ER Nurse Jobs
ER Nurse jobs are open across hospitals, trauma centers, urgent care networks, and health systems at every level from new-grad RN to charge nurse and clinical lead, with specializations in pediatric emergency care, trauma nursing, and critical care triage. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- A rewarding and engaging work environment
- Market competitive compensation and generous paid time off
- Time Off Benefit Opt Out Program in exchange for a 9% differential in pay
- Educational and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
- Career growth and development opportunities within the hospital and VHS
- Comprehensive insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug coverage, plus HSA savings account
- Additional insurance options such as life insurance, dependent life insurance, supplemental life insurance, accident insurance and critical illness insurance
- Voluntary benefits including Auto, Home, and Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers resources for emotional health, everyday living, caregiving, personal well-being, legal and financial consultations and work-related issues available to all employees and their family members
- Additional health and wellness benefits such as RethinkCare, Inflection, Sword Thrive, and Livongo
- Adoption & Fertility Assistance programs
- 401k with company match
- Discounted UHS stock purchase plan
- Exclusive employee discounts on electronics, entertainment, health & wellness, and more
- More Information is available on our Benefits Guest website: benefits.uhsguest.com
Disclaimer: Benefits may vary depending upon employment status, position, and effective date during employment.
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EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws
Salary: Starting from $41.90 to $62.76 an hour
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Who's Hiring
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions91

- Healthforce72

- Tenet Healthcare41

- Emerus37

- BayCare Health System17

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services28
- Education1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in ER nurse jobs.
- Active registered nurse license in the state of employment
- Current ACLS and BLS certification from an accredited provider
- Minimum of one to two years of emergency department experience
- TNCC or ENPC certification for trauma or pediatric-focused roles
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in acute care settings
- Ability to triage patients independently using established emergency severity protocols
Tips for Your ER 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. Quantify the types of cases you managed, such as trauma, cardiac events, or pediatric emergencies, so recruiters can gauge your clinical scope immediately.
List every active certification you hold
ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, and CEN certifications each signal a different level of emergency readiness. Include expiration dates alongside each credential so hiring managers can confirm you're current without making a follow-up call.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists er nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by shift type upfront
Emergency departments run 24-hour operations, so night, weekend, and rotating shifts appear frequently in listings. Narrow your search to shift types you can commit to before applying, so you're not declining offers or wasting a hiring manager's time.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
ER nurse interviews almost always include clinical scenarios: a deteriorating patient, a mass-casualty situation, or a conflict with a physician. Practice walking through your decision-making process out loud so your answers feel natural, not rehearsed.
Negotiate sign-on bonuses during peak shortages
Emergency departments with high turnover often have sign-on or relocation bonuses budgeted but not advertised. Ask directly during the offer call whether a sign-on bonus is available, especially if you're relocating or shifting from a competing health system.
ER Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most er nurses?
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, Healthforce, and Tenet Healthcare are hiring the most er nurses right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest at large regional trauma centers and health systems managing high patient volumes.
How many er nurse jobs are remote?
About 0% of er nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of emergency care. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include tele-triage, nurse case management, and clinical education roles that sit adjacent to the emergency department.
How do you become an er nurse?
You become an er nurse by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN to obtain your registered nurse license, and then gaining clinical experience in an acute care or emergency setting. Most emergency departments require you to complete ACLS and BLS certification before your start date, and many expect candidates to pursue TNCC or CEN credentials within the first year.
How do you get hired as an er nurse with little experience?
Many hospitals offer new-grad emergency nurse residency programs specifically designed to build emergency-specific skills from the ground up, so applying to those programs is a practical starting point. Highlighting any clinical rotations completed in an emergency or critical care setting, even brief ones, strengthens your application. Obtaining ACLS certification before applying signals readiness and sets you apart from other new graduates.
What does the er nurse interview process look like?
The er nurse interview process typically starts with a phone or video screen conducted by a recruiter or nurse manager to confirm credentials and availability. That is followed by an in-person or panel interview where you'll be asked clinical scenario questions alongside behavioral questions about teamwork and high-pressure situations. Some hospitals include a skills assessment or a brief department tour as part of the final stage before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to er nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to er nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, shift preferences, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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