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Acute Care Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Acute Care Nurse Salary

$38.94/hour

The average salary for a Acute Care Nurse is $38.94 per hour. This is 10% lower than the nursing US average of $42.92.

Last updated on May 30, 2024. 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 Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (20 jobs), OSF Saint Francis Medical Center (19 jobs), and Novant Health Mattews Medical Center (18 jobs).

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, June 1st 2024, Vivian has 328 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,149 per hour on average, and up to $3,112 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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