Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in Alabama
Emergency Department Registered Nurse jobs in Alabama are in strong demand, concentrated in hospital systems, level-one trauma centers, and regional medical centers serving both urban and rural communities, with openings for new graduates through experienced charge nurses. The heaviest hiring is in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile, where established systems like UAB Medicine, Huntsville Hospital, and Infirmary Health maintain large emergency departments. Trauma nursing, critical care triage, and pediatric emergency are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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36102 Atrium Health Floyd Cherokee Medical Center - Emergency Department
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$38.20 - $57.30Cherokee ER is a 7 bed that ER in a rural community. The ER can provide emergency evaluation, stabilization and treatment for ill or injured patients. Patients needing more complex care for traumatic or life-threatening injuries or illness can be transferred to Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center or another appropriate facility through Atrium Health Floyd Emergency Medical Services. Experienced ER RNs new to the organization are assessed for required education and competency. TNCC, BLS, ACLS and NRP will be required.
We’re Looking For:
- Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
- Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Emergency Room experience is preferred
What You’ll Do:
- As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
- Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.
About This Location:
Atrium Health Floyd Cherokee Medical Center is a not-for-profit 50-bed hospital in Centre, Alabama, and is part of the Atrium Health Floyd and Harbin Clinic system’s comprehensive network of care. The hospital provides emergency care, imaging, drug and alcohol treatment, lab work, a pharmacy, respiratory care and surgical services.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
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Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
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Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
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Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
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Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
The Registered Nurse (RN), a member of Advocate Health Nursing Professional Governance community, provides high- quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an acute care setting. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, advocates for patient needs, and upholds professional practice standards to promote optimal health outcomes.
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Emergency Department Registered Nurse Job Market in Alabama
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Who's Hiring
- UAB Medicine13

- Huntsville Hospital Health System12

- UAB Medical West4

- Jackson Hospital3

- Springhill Medical Center2

What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in emergency department registered nurse jobs across Alabama.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Alabama Board of Nursing
- Current BLS certification required, with ACLS and TNCC strongly preferred
- One or more years of emergency department or acute care nursing experience
- Ability to triage and manage high-acuity patients in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a emergency department registered nurse in Alabama?
You become an emergency department registered nurse in Alabama by completing an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining licensure through the Alabama Board of Nursing. Alabama participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice without a separate Alabama license. Most hospitals prefer candidates with emergency or acute care clinical rotations and encourage early certification in ACLS and trauma nursing.
How much do emergency department registered nurses make in Alabama?
Emergency department registered nurses in Alabama earn a median of about $77,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,150 for the lowest 10% to over $98,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire emergency department registered nurses in Alabama?
Alabama emergency department registered nurse roles are posted by UAB Medicine, Huntsville Hospital Health System, and UAB Medical West and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Alabama's largest emergency departments are anchored in major health systems, so checking those systems directly alongside Migrate Mate gives the most complete picture of active openings.
Which Alabama cities have the most emergency department registered nurse jobs?
Birmingham, Madison, and Boaz have the most emergency department registered nurse openings in Alabama. Birmingham leads because of its concentration of Level I trauma centers and large academic medical systems, while Huntsville's rapid population growth has expanded its hospital capacity significantly, and Mobile's coastal regional medical centers drive consistent demand in the southern part of the state.
How can I get hired as a emergency department registered nurse in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate RN residency programs offered by major Alabama health systems such as UAB Medicine and Huntsville Hospital, which run structured cohorts specifically for nurses without emergency experience. Candidates who begin in medical-surgical or stepdown units at Alabama community hospitals often transition to the ED within one to two years. Earning BLS certification before applying and completing an emergency nursing clinical rotation during school both strengthen early applications considerably.
Where can I find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current Alabama openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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