Air Transport Float Nurse

CareFlite is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ambulance service sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Health, JPS Health Network, Methodist Health System, Parkland Health, and Texas Health Resources. CareFlite provides critical medical transport services by helicopter and ground ambulance, as well as non-medical transport services.

We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, advancing clinical excellence, and supporting the communities we serve through innovative, compassionate care.

Position Summary

CareFlite is seeking a highly skilled Air Transport Float Nurse to provide advanced critical care to patients during air, ground, and specialty transport operations. This role is responsible for assessing patient conditions, performing advanced interventions, and ensuring safe and efficient transport across our service area.

This position is ideal for experienced critical care nurses who thrive in dynamic, high-acuity environments and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced critical care to critically ill or injured patients during transport
• Perform patient assessments and implement interventions within CareFlite’s clinical scope
• Collaborate with paramedics, pilots, dispatch, and healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, regulatory standards, and organizational policies
• Demonstrate strong situational awareness across air and ground environments

Work Schedule & Environment

• Schedule: 24 hours on / 72 hours off, including weekends and holidays (365-day operations)
• Float Assignment: Primarily based in the DFW area but required to cover shifts across the service area, including Burnet, TX
  • Hotel accommodations may be provided when assigned to distant bases
  • Float assignments may be communicated the same day as shift start
• Overtime: May be required based on operational needs and mission demand
• Environment: Aircraft, ground ambulances, hospitals, and outdoor settings
  • Exposure to extreme temperatures, noise, vibration, confined spaces, and transport-related hazards
• Travel: Frequent travel within the service area; occasional overnight stays
• On-Call: Participation in on-call rotation as required

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry patients and equipment (up to 100 lbs. with assistance)
• Maximum weight of 230 lbs. in full flight gear
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces
• Exposure to loud noise, vibration, exhaust, rotating aircraft components, and bodily fluids
• Must pass background check, drug screening, physical assessment, and audiology testing

What We’re Looking For

• Strong clinical expertise and critical thinking skills
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities
• High level of professionalism and composure under stress
• Commitment to safety, patient advocacy, and quality care
• Dedication to continuous learning and professional growth

Why Join CareFlite?

• Mission-driven organization serving communities across Texas
• Opportunity to work in a high-impact, critical care transport environment
• Collaborative, highly skilled clinical teams
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum 3 years of experience in critical care, emergency, or high-acuity nursing
• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate or Bachelor’s in Nursing preferred)
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments

Required Certifications

• BCLS, ACLS, PALS
• Additional certifications (NRP, TPATC or ATLS audit) required prior to completion of orientation
• Must maintain all required flight and critical care credentials

Preferred Qualifications

• ECMO experience
• Previous transport or flight nursing experience
• Advanced clinical certifications

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The statements contained in this position description reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.