Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs
Emergency Department Registered Nurse jobs are open across hospital systems, trauma centers, freestanding ERs, and urgent care networks, from new-grad RNs to charge nurses and clinical leads, with specializations in trauma, pediatric emergency, and critical care triage. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Emergency Department RN – Make a Difference When It Matters Most
PeaceHealth | Full Time (.90 FTE) | Variable Shifts
Are you a skilled, compassionate RN who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments? Join PeaceHealth’s Emergency Department team and play a critical role in delivering life-saving care to patients when they need it most.
With a collaborative team, supportive leadership, and meaningful work every shift, this is your opportunity to grow your career while making a real difference in your community.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Competitive pay: $45.78 – $82.98 (based on experience, education & more)
- Hiring bonus + relocation assistance available
- Start Times: 0700, 0800, or 0900
- Strong team culture focused on collaboration and patient-centered care
- Opportunities for professional growth and specialty certification
What You’ll Do
As an Emergency Department RN, you will:
- Deliver expert, compassionate care to a diverse patient population
- Independently manage cardiac, trauma, pediatric, and complex med/surg cases
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in real time
- Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
- Mentor and guide other caregivers while promoting a positive care environment
What You Bring
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- At least 1 year of recent Emergency Department experience
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
- Commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork
- BSN preferred
Certifications (or willingness to obtain):
- BLS (upon hire)
- ACLS & PALS (within 6 months)
- NIHSS (within 6 months)
- TNCC (within 12 months)
Your Impact Starts Here
At PeaceHealth, we don’t just care for patients—we care for you. We’re committed to your total well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental & vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement & continued education support
- Mental health & wellness resources
Join a Mission-Driven Team
Be part of a healthcare system dedicated to compassion, respect, and inclusivity—where your work is valued and your voice matters.
Apply today and bring your expertise where it truly counts.
Description
Emergency Department RN – Make a Difference When It Matters Most
PeaceHealth | Full Time (.90 FTE) | Variable Shifts
Are you a skilled, compassionate RN who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments? Join PeaceHealth’s Emergency Department team and play a critical role in delivering life-saving care to patients when they need it most.
With a collaborative team, supportive leadership, and meaningful work every shift, this is your opportunity to grow your career while making a real difference in your community.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Competitive pay: $45.78 – $82.98 (based on experience, education & more)
- Hiring bonus + relocation assistance available
- Start Times: 0700, 0800, or 0900
- Strong team culture focused on collaboration and patient-centered care
- Opportunities for professional growth and specialty certification
What You’ll Do
As an Emergency Department RN, you will:
- Deliver expert, compassionate care to a diverse patient population
- Independently manage cardiac, trauma, pediatric, and complex med/surg cases
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in real time
- Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
- Mentor and guide other caregivers while promoting a positive care environment
What You Bring
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- At least 1 year of recent Emergency Department experience
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
- Commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork
- BSN preferred
Certifications (or willingness to obtain):
- BLS (upon hire)
- ACLS & PALS (within 6 months)
- NIHSS (within 6 months)
- TNCC (within 12 months)
Your Impact Starts Here
At PeaceHealth, we don’t just care for patients—we care for you. We’re committed to your total well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental & vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement & continued education support
- Mental health & wellness resources
Join a Mission-Driven Team
Be part of a healthcare system dedicated to compassion, respect, and inclusivity—where your work is valued and your voice matters.
Apply today and bring your expertise where it truly counts.
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Find JobsEmergency Department Registered Nurse Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Emory Healthcare70
- Trinity Health31
- Cleveland Clinic19
- Hartford HealthCare19
- Multicare Health System19
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services479
- Education12
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Insurance5
- Logistics & Supply Chain5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in emergency department registered nurse jobs.
- Active registered nurse licensure in the state of employment, RN required
- Current BLS and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Minimum one to two years of acute care or emergency department clinical experience
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Trauma Nursing Core Course certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Strong triage assessment skills using standardized tools such as the ESI scale
Tips for Your Emergency Department Registered Nurse Job Search
Tailor your resume to triage acuity
Hiring managers in emergency departments want to see patient volume and acuity levels, not just job duties. List your average daily patient load, the severity mix you handled, and any triage classification systems you used, such as ESI or Manchester.
List every current certification explicitly
ED roles routinely screen out applicants who bury certifications in a summary. Put ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, and BLS in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so recruiters can verify eligibility in seconds.
Filter openings by trauma designation level
A Level I trauma center and a community ED require different experience profiles. When searching, note the facility's trauma designation in the posting and match it to your background so your application speaks directly to what that unit needs.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists emergency department registered nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for behavioral questions on fast decisions
ED interviews consistently include scenario questions about rapid deterioration, simultaneous high-acuity patients, and conflict with physicians. Prepare two or three specific cases where you made an independent clinical call under time pressure and explain the outcome.
Negotiate shift differentials alongside base pay
Emergency departments run overnight and weekend shifts heavily. When you reach the offer stage, ask specifically about night, weekend, and holiday differential rates, because these can significantly affect your total annual compensation beyond the base hourly rate.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most emergency department registered nurses?
The companies hiring the most emergency department registered nurses right now include Emory Healthcare, Trinity Health, and Cleveland Clinic, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Texas, and Connecticut, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Large health systems and regional trauma networks typically drive the highest volume of postings.
How many emergency department registered nurse jobs are remote?
About 0% of emergency department registered nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of emergency clinical work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include tele-triage roles, ED care coordination, and remote patient monitoring positions that support emergency workflows.
How do you become an emergency department registered nurse?
You earn an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, pass the NCLEX-RN to obtain your RN license, then gain clinical experience in an acute care setting such as a medical-surgical or critical care unit. From there you pursue ACLS and BLS certification, apply to ED-specific roles, and build toward specialty credentials like TNCC or CEN over time.
Can you get hired as an emergency department registered nurse with little experience?
Some hospitals offer new-grad emergency department residency programs specifically designed to train RNs without prior ED experience, pairing structured clinical rotations with mentorship from senior staff. Highlighting clinical rotations in high-acuity settings, strong triage coursework, and any simulation or trauma training from nursing school strengthens your application when direct ED experience is limited.
What does the emergency department registered nurse interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen from a recruiter or nurse manager, followed by a panel interview with clinical leadership and charge nurses that focuses on behavioral and scenario-based questions. Many facilities also include a unit walkthrough or shadowing component, and some ask candidates to complete a brief skills assessment or written clinical scenario before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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