How much do staff Acute Care Nurse jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, December 6th 2023, the average hourly salary for a Acute Care Nurse is $27 per hour, but can pay up to $64 per hour.

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Q: What certifications are commonly held by acute care nurses?

Acute care nurses may hold Basic Life Support ( BLS ) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS ), among others.

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareCore Medical-PermLander, WY5x8 hrs$100K-180K/year

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Qualifications: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse (Wyoming), Basic Life Support

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareAHRO - HospitalMarysville, CA$64-85/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareAHWM - HospitalLos Angeles, CA$50-74/hour

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View job details for Manager Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionManager Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareCore Medical-PermNashua, NH5x8 hrs$88K-120K/year

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Qualifications: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse (New Hampshire), Basic Life Support

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareBaylor University Medical Center at DallasDallas, TX3x12 hrs$35-55/hour

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Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse (Texas), Basic Life Support

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Acute CareHCA Houston Healthcare North CypressCypress, TXDays, Flexible$34-47/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Acute CareHCA Houston Healthcare KingwoodKingwood, TXNights, Flexible$34-47/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareKPG Healthcare-PermanentCulbertson, MT3x12 hrs, Days, Nights$75K-98K/year

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareSt. David's HealthCareAustin, TXNights, Flexible$34-47/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareSt. David's HealthCareAustin, TXNights, Flexible$34-47/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareSt. David's HealthCareAustin, TX$34-47/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareHCA Houston Healthcare KingwoodKingwood, TXNights, Flexible$34-46/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareHCA Houston Healthcare KingwoodKingwood, TXNights, Flexible$34-46/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareHCA Houston Healthcare Medical CenterHouston, TXNights, Flexible$34-46/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareHCA Houston Healthcare KingwoodKingwood, TXDays, Flexible$34-46/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareHCA Houston Healthcare KingwoodKingwood, TXNights, Flexible$34-46/hour

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View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionCharge Nurse (RN) - Acute CareHCA Florida Orange Park HospitalOrange Park, FLDays, Flexible$33-45/hour

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View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionCharge Nurse (RN) - Acute CareHCA Florida Orange Park HospitalOrange Park, FLDays, Flexible$33-45/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareSt. David's HealthCareAustin, TXNights, Flexible$32-43/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Float Acute CareSt. David's HealthCareAustin, TXNights, Flexible$32-43/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareSt. David's HealthCareAustin, TXNights, Flexible$32-43/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareStaff PositionRegistered Nurse (RN) - Acute CareSt. David's HealthCareAustin, TXDays, Flexible$32-43/hour

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Acute Care Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Acute Care Nurse Salary

$45.92/hour

The average salary for a Acute Care Nurse is $45.92 per hour. This is 5% higher than the nursing US average of $43.85.

Last updated on December 5, 2023. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Acute Care Nurse Jobs FAQs

What hospitals currently have the most Acute Care Nurse job opportunities?

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Acute Care Nurse jobs are OSF Saint Francis Medical Center (24 jobs), Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (22 jobs), and Lubbock Heart Hospital (20 jobs).

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 6th 2023, Vivian has 420 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,220 per hour on average, and up to $4,085 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Where can I learn more about working as a Acute Care Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's Acute Care Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

What is an Acute Care Nurse?

An acute care nurse is a registered nurse who specializes in treating patients with short-term but serious conditions who need immediate assistance. They may be called on to treat a wide array of severe injuries and illnesses, from med-surg patients, to car accident victims, to strokes. Acute care nursing is a rewarding yet challenging career path due to the time-sensitive, critical situations they’re often thrust into.

What certifications are commonly held by acute care nurses?

Acute care nurses may hold Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), among others.

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