Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in New York
Emergency Department Registered Nurse jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated across major hospital systems, Level I and Level II trauma centers, and large urban academic medical centers, with openings at every level from new graduate through charge nurse and clinical nurse specialist. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where systems like NYC Health + Hospitals, Northwell Health, and NewYork-Presbyterian have deep and ongoing needs. The most in-demand specialties include trauma care, triage, and pediatric emergency nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
Emergency Nurses treat patients in emergency situations where they’re experiencing trauma or injury. These nurses quickly recognize life-threatening problems and are trained to help solve them on the spot.
Duties of a Registered Nurse may include the following but are not limited to:
- Assess the patient’s condition and nursing needs; coordinate nursing care activities with other health disciplines involved in the treatment effort to relate and integrate the nursing regimen with the treatment plan for patients.
- Develop a written individualized care plan which includes teaching needs and discharge planning.
- Administer direct care when professional nursing skills and judgment are needed.
- Administer medications.
- Practice infection control and participate in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment.
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing care to all assigned patients. Communicates changes in patient’s condition and questions regarding patient care to Charge RN/Clinician.
- Develops and maintains current written plan of care for assigned patients. Sets priorities to meet the patient’s needs. Sets patient goals and priorities with the patient and/or family.
- Provides documented evidence in the medical record of patient/family teaching and their responses and understanding of the teaching. Ensures that patient education and instructions are consistent with that of the physician or designee.
- Communicates and works effectively with other staff and other departments.
- Participates in unit or hospital based quality assurance activities or committees to contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession at Stony Brook University Hospital.
Working Conditions:
Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position is classified by OSHA as Category 1.
Qualifications
Registered Nurse 1 (T&RC)
Required: Possession of or eligibility for a license to practice as a registered nurse in New York State.*
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and at least one year of previous hospital acute care experience.
*Only licensed nurse experience in an acute care** facility will be counted towards RN1 experience.
**Acute care is defined as medical services provided for illnesses that are short-term (usually less than 30 days), intense, and have a relatively severe to very severe course, requiring knowledge and expertise in the vigilant monitoring of subtle changes in the patient’s condition, as well as ability to quickly recognize and identify potential problems and conditions resulting from a previous disease.
Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.
- Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
- All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
- This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
- This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.
Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
- Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
- Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
- Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
- The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.
The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.
Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:
- Location Pay: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions
- Shift Differentials: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)
At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.
Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare — a Program in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
Job Number:
2603825Job Field
: EmergencyPrimary Location
: US-NY-Stony BrookSchedule
: Full-timeShift
:Night Shift Shift Hours: 1900-0730am Pass Days: Every Other Weekend, VariablePosting Start Date
: Oct 26, 2026Posting End Date
: Nov 9, 2026, 10:59:00 PMSee All 90 Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in New York
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The qualifications that appear most often in emergency department registered nurse jobs across New York.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued by the New York State Education Department required
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required prior to start date
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program required
- Minimum one to two years of acute care or emergency department clinical experience preferred
- CEN certification strongly preferred for mid-level and senior emergency department positions
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner required
Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a emergency department registered nurse in New York?
You become an emergency department registered nurse in New York by earning an Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining a Registered Nurse license through the New York State Education Department's Office of the Professions. After licensure, most candidates build emergency-specific experience in general acute care before moving into a dedicated ED role. Earning CEN certification strengthens your candidacy at competitive New York hospital systems.
How much do emergency department registered nurses make in New York?
Emergency department registered nurses in New York earn a median of about $109,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,760 for the lowest 10% to over $157,090 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire emergency department registered nurses in New York?
Employers hiring emergency department registered nurses in New York right now include Catholic Health, NYU Langone Health, and Cayuga Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New York's large academic medical centers and public hospital networks tend to post the most consistent volume of emergency department openings year-round.
Which New York cities have the most emergency department registered nurse jobs?
The cities with the most emergency department registered nurse openings in New York are Rochester, Brooklyn, and Syracuse. New York City accounts for the largest share by a wide margin given the concentration of Level I trauma centers, public hospital campuses, and large academic medical systems, while secondary metros like Buffalo and Albany generate steady demand from regional medical centers and teaching hospitals anchoring those communities.
Are there remote emergency department registered nurse jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Emergency department nursing is a hands-on, patient-facing role that cannot be performed remotely in most circumstances. About 20% of emergency department registered nurse openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how limited location flexibility is in this specialty. The remote subset is almost entirely made up of telephonic triage, nurse advice line, or case management roles that draw on ED clinical backgrounds.
How can I get hired as a emergency department registered nurse in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a new-graduate nurse residency program, which large New York systems including NYC Health + Hospitals and Northwell Health run specifically to place new RNs into structured ED rotations with mentorship. Candidates who start in medical-surgical, telemetry, or urgent care roles within these systems frequently move into the ED after gaining foundational acute care experience. Holding an active New York RN license and a current BLS and ACLS certification before applying gives new graduates a clear competitive advantage.
Where can I find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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