To thrive as a Sentara Nightingale (flight nurse), you need advanced clinical nursing skills, emergency response experience, and a valid RN license, often supplemented with certifications such as Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Familiarity with flight-specific medical equipment, transport protocols, and communication systems is essential. Exceptional critical thinking, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure are standout soft skills. These abilities ensure safe, effective patient care during air medical transport in highly dynamic and challenging situations.