What it takes to become a Flight Nurse - What you need BEFORE you apply.

Alison Kesler tells us what you need to know to become a flight nurse from a 16 year veteran of the skies. There are so many important elements to becoming a flight nurse that are important to know before anyone even considers the job or applying for it. Becoming a flight nurse is often one of the most exciting next steps for the nursing field, especially if you love avation.
In this video, we interview a helicopter flight nurse, but there are also fixed-wing flight nurses, which we will also interview very soon.
You can discover more information about Remsa and Care Flight here: www.remsahealth.com/air/
Also, a good learning resource is here: nurse.org/articles/flight-nur...
Let us know in the comments below what you think of this career and video!

[@jessie7017]

THANK YOU for this video! I am a new grad nurse, currently working at a level II trauma hospital on a Neurosurgery unit. I still have a long way to go, but like yourself, my love for the field of flight nursing started when I worked as an ED tech and went up to the heli pad to help transport a patient down to our ED. This by far is the most inspiring/helpful video I have come across for this nursing field.

[@careersteer6497]

Thanks Jessie! We’re super happy it resonates with you. Keep up the great work.

[@hannahward9588]

I’m

[@christinerobertson8538]

See mom and dad trip. My mom should be the flight nurse tell him that missing her like I will write letters to her back and forth.

[@emullen93]

I’ll stop at nothing until I have my wings.

[@nursebarrie3690]

Love this!! I have many years experience in trauma ICU and CVICU, and a CCRN and do CCT on the side. I am taking an entry flight nurse exam tomorrow and they tell me I’m a prime candidate. I hope so! I’ve always wanted to do this job. Thank you so much for sharing

[@brandonsmith6796]

Did you get the job?

[@plutobaby9996]

Update ussssss

[@Promptopus]

She seems like she would be an awesome person to work with.

[@Ariakramarczuk]

This is awesome - thank you so much for this video!! I’ve always considered being a flight nurse, and this was really informative!

[@SimpleFitNurse]

This is awesome, thanks for the video!

[@ravensnewlife1075]

I really enjoyed this video. I am trying to get into flight nursing and I have an interview tomorrow. I am also am ER nurse.

[@angelsometimes1678]

Hello, how was your interview?

[@ravensnewlife1075]

@@angelsometimes1678 they did a zoom interview where I had to do skills but had to imagine what the patient looked like. It was hard not having an actual patient or mannequin so I didn’t meet their minimum score. They said to get certified as an EMT and come back to interview in a few months.

[@angelsometimes1678]

@@ravensnewlife1075 all the very best ❤

[@happyjohal4011]

hi i want to become a flight nurse i am in canada working as a LPN( RN student), would you please let me know what are the intial steps ?

[@Jcrosay]

@@happyjohal4011 Hi! I’m in AB so I can’t speak for all of Canada but after you complete the RN program there is usually a minimum requirement for years spent in ICU or ER. For example, for STARS, it’s minimum 5 years in either setting. Then the following certifications are an asset: ACLS, ITLS, PALS, NALS/NRP, TNATC. There may be additional courses too. It’s a long journey from what I gather. I’m a paramedic now but hoping to do flight nursing later in life. 😁 Best of luck!

[@loydhelmick9682]

Hi Allison! I just ran across your video today. Glad you are still in the flight world. I do love the Reno area. Barb V was trying to get me to come over years ago while at Mercy Air, but I stopped flying after Riggs. Nice informative video. Take care and be safe.

[@davida2725]

Great video, I just had my first week in the er as a brand new RN, flight nursing is my ultimate goal this video not only inspired me but educated me on how to get there

[@gracie859]

✨TIME STAMPS✨ 0:45 - Define the career of a flight nurse 1:37 - How did you become a flight nurse? 3:27 - What kind of person would do well in this career? 5:16 - What kind of person would struggle in this career? 6:31 - What is the reality of your job compared to what the public thinks? 8:25 - What kind of education is required for this career? 9:44 - What is the average salary for this job?

[@careersteer6497]

Thanks Gracie! I forgot to add those. I'll go back through the videos and add the time stamps.

[@gracie859]

Career Steer, it was a great excuse to watch the video again!

[@Msasha2727]

This was a really great video!

[@christopher9975]

Wonderful video, with tons of information! I applaud her openness about salary and the cons.

[@careersteer6497]

Thanks for watching. We are starting up again and should have new videos soon.

[@HOPROPHETA]

Great overview. 36 years in as an RN. No critical care background love hearing the great things RNs are doing and the interdisciplinary contribution they are making

[@careersteer6497]

Wow! 36 years. Congratulations and we salute your service. Thank you!

[@staymoving6701]

What a beautiful person, true angels!

[@jacquelinepuga8315]

Thank you!

[@andrewcruz3837]

I am a cna right now. i was thinking of becoming a flight nurse . i find it interesting. And always felt like i always wanted to help people for some reason.

[@nicoleclemons6395]

Great video! I have been looking into flight nursing for quite some time. I have my concerns like anyone else, mainly getting acclimated to stressful environments again(as I have been in a clinical setting for most of my LPN career) (current RN student). thanks for the informative video.

[@careersteer6497]

Thanks so much for watching and I hope you find your way to becoming a flight nurse. As you can see by Alison's experience, it's an amazing career.

[@renegade7493]

That was fun. Patient outside of helicopter. Must have watched MASH alot

[@katherinemoore9994]

awesome video

[@sneakysnickersnoopy]

I want to fly so bad... always wanted to do something like this. I dive and swim so I'm already into extreme environments and wildlife. I'm only an LPN right now tho... I now have a future goal.

[@jonsusc100]

Awesome job

[@careersteer6497]

Thanks Jon. It's always excellent when the subject is so articulate!

[@delanyd8364]

I have been thinking that I've been wanting to become a flight nurse, and this just convinced me even more. Great video!!!😄

[@careersteer6497]

Great to hear! It’s a very rewarding career that can truly change lives, including your own.

[@happyjohal4011]

@@careersteer6497 hi i want to become a flight nurse i am in canada working as a LPN( RN student), would you please let me know what are the intial steps ?

[@nihaobaobei6493]

this video be my inspiration ❤❤

[@careersteer6497]

Thank you Nihao. We are also planning to interview hospital nurses and many others. Please stay tuned!

[@stevenbowers4164]

Like seeing how other nations do this, I'm in England so our helimed (and the ambulance service trauma cars) generally run with either two critical care paramedics or one and a trauma doctor though doctor's who have specialized in pre hospital emergency medicine are becoming more common, there's a series on KZbin "helicopter er" that's been going for years and is good for showing how helimed has developed into taking the emergency room to the patient rather than the patient to the emergency room

[@careersteer6497]

Thanks for the info about the UK system.

[@MellowSerenitycatdogcpbclo0x]

She’s so cute ☺️ This was a wonderful educational video :)

[@tonyss2416]

That's cool. For me the dream job is yaht or cruise ship travel nurse. However, I think you really need exceptional communication skills there, which i do not possess, unfortunately. Low tone and accent would probably be bad for the radio haha

[@careersteer6497]

You can do it. Don't make assumptions that may not be true at all. Go for it.

[@sfctapia4529]

TYFYS 🤘

[@behrpalomo4479]

Awesome video, really a very clear picture answering a lot of questions. I am a former woodland firefighter (12 years) with two seasons as a helicopter crew member. I have been considering this path as it looks really fun and rewarding. I am currently in nursing school, due to finish my BSN end of 2024. Does my helicopter experience count for anything? Will I still need 3 years as an RN in ICU or similar critical care?

[@careersteer6497]

Hi Behr, very likely, your helo experience would count a lot. Remember that employers are often dealing with risk management, and if they have a potential nurse who already has plenty of helo time, that will help you.

[@behrpalomo4479]

@@careersteer6497 Thank you for your reply!

[@careersteer6497]

@@behrpalomo4479 Good luck to you, my friend!

[@brianparache292]

Thanks for this great video! What is the badge that she has with both the American and Canadian flags?

[@careersteer6497]

Thanks Brian, I believe that's a custom patch that she had made.

[@puresera]

this video was very informative thank you! For ICU reqs would the Picu- pediatrics qualify? I know it's icu but is the peds part too specialized? this is where I'm about to move to.

[@careersteer6497]

Hi Hamy, I would have to defer to the experts on that. What I would recommend you try is contacting either REMSA or Care Flight or another awesome Med-Evac company and specifically ask what their requirements are. My assumption is that they would be happy to tell you. Please don't forget to subscribe to the channel!

[@fahmidha6107]

How to become flight nurse? Plz reply

[@nabulohar9714]

Hi i like your vedio it's so informative. I am a nurse working in India I wanted to be flight nurse. Can you guide me .

[@stithis]

How can someone with medsurg tele experience of 12 years get into this position?

[@dillion241]

I am a helcoptor flight nurce

[@gunchief0811]

Can u be an LVN? and have those three years of critical care?? And then take those advanced classes?

[@alliyahlara]

You need to be an RN

[@kalyansonowal6152]

🕴️🙏🏻🌹🌲🕉️🇮🇳🕉️🌲🌹🙏🏻🕴️I salute you Officer I Respect Very Good Nice 👍

[@prajwalk2822]

Hloo If a male nurse can join ...as flight nurse...?

[@231mac]

Males are actually preferred.

[@ysabellebiancapanado9099]

Is flying an option for a flight nurse?

[@careersteer6497]

Generally... yes.

[@nigelwest5776]

@@careersteer6497 🤣

[@Ooochild]

How much do you need to concern yourself with the potential loss of hearing over time. I’m thinking it must be pretty loud?

[@DocJay]

I can answer this if you’d like. It can get very loud. You typically will get a flight physical each year including an audiogram. If you might have noticed, she has ear plugs hanging around her neck. The flight helmet offers some hearing protection as well. I’ve been a flight nurse for 14 years and have “normal hearing” for someone in my age group. Good luck to you if you choose this path!

[@Ooochild]

@@DocJay thank you!

[@castou422]

Protect your ears, exercise plenty, stay hydrated, and eat healthy meals. The better you care for yourself, the more you can focus on your patients. That truth holds up in all parts of healthcare.

[@johntitor4198]

@@castou422 im going to frame this comment

[@rejithareji9598]

Hi I am Indian...I did msc in peadiatry and I have 2years experience is ..i passionate to become flight nurse...what are the steps I should follow?

[@sierraclark6129]

“If you declare with your mouth “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved” (Romans 10:9). Now is the time to accept Jesus as your personal Lord and Savior. Obey His commands and repent of your sins because Jesus is coming back soon. Tomorrow isn’t promised.

[@ActaNonVerba14]

Shut up

[@AlexGiacoman1]

amen

[@70rrsteve51]

Flight nurses were created because even Chuck Norris needs heroes...or heroines, too.

[@careersteer6497]

Haha! Great insight. Thanks for watching this latest one. They fly in Tahoe and it’s amazing.

[@ronthemogul]

That lady is only 21 life of ems

[@Dj_RX]

She looks wore out

[@careersteer6497]

It can be a difficult career.