In this podcast episode, Cara Lunsford welcomes Bob Bacheler, Managing Director of Flying Angels, for an inside look at the dynamic world of flight nursing and patient transport. Bob shares his unconventional journey into nursing, shifting from entrepreneurship to the high-intensity realm of trauma ICU, all with the goal of becoming a flight nurse.

From managing the complexities of transporting dementia patients to leading Flying Angels, a company specializing in medical transport, Bob highlights the critical skills and adaptability required in this unique profession. Together, Cara and Bob also explore the emotional and financial impact of reuniting patients with loved ones during end-of-life care, emphasizing the importance of early planning and meaningful connections.