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.

Question 1

How much do staff Acute Care Nurse jobs pay?

Accepted Answer

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, May 21st 2024, the average hourly salary for a Acute Care Nurse is $27 per hour, but can pay up to $67 per hour.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Acute Care Nurse jobs are OSF Saint Francis Medical Center (21 jobs), Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (21 jobs), and Novant Health Mattews Medical Center (19 jobs).

Question 3

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

Accepted Answer

As of Tuesday, May 21st 2024, Vivian has 303 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,168 per hour on average, and up to $3,672 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

What is an Acute Care Nurse?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

What certifications are commonly held by acute care nurses?

Accepted Answer

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

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