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RN - Pre-Op

State College, PA

RN - Pre-Op The preoperative holding area nurse's primary responsibility is to provide information and emotional support for patients and their family members, to ensure that all preoperative data ...

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Family Nurse Practitioner - Pediatrics

Spokane, WA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Nurse Practitioner will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by delivering evidence ... Growing pediatric organization with multiple Spokane-area locations and a strong commitment to ...

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(NP) Nurse Practitioner - ICU

Naperville, IL

$116/hr

Edward Naperville, IL Class/Area: NP/ICU Desired Start Date: ASAP Length of Assignment: 13 weeks Hours per Week: 36 hrs Shift and Time: Nights Schedule Details: 7p-7a Weekend Rotation: Every third ...

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ICU RN

Atlanta, GA

ICU RN needed in the ATL area ! Nurse competency includes BLS and standard medical surgical nursing care. All units provide services to a robust patient population with many opportunities to expand ...

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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for area nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Area Nurse is a registered nurse who oversees healthcare services and nursing staff within a specific geographic region, such as a district or group of facilities. Their role often includes supervising clinical practices, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, providing training and support to other nurses, and coordinating care delivery across multiple sites. Area Nurses may work for healthcare organizations, government agencies, or community health services, and they play a crucial role in maintaining high standards of patient care. They often act as a liaison between management and clinical staff, addressing concerns and implementing best practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Area Nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Area Nurse, you need a solid clinical background, a current nursing license, and experience in community or public health nursing. Familiarity with mobile health technologies, electronic health records, and community outreach systems is often required. Strong organizational skills, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication help build trust and coordinate care across diverse populations. These competencies are crucial for delivering quality healthcare services and managing health programs efficiently across multiple locations.

What are the typical challenges faced by an Area Nurse when managing multiple healthcare sites?

Area Nurses often oversee several clinics or healthcare facilities within a region, which can present challenges such as balancing administrative duties with hands-on patient care, ensuring consistency in clinical standards, and effectively communicating across different teams. Time management and adaptability are crucial, as priorities can shift quickly based on site needs or staffing changes. Building strong relationships with local staff and regularly visiting each site can help Area Nurses address issues proactively and maintain high-quality patient care.
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Infographic showing various Area Nurse job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 26% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,110 per week

NURSE's Etc. Staffing

Lafayette, LA

$2K/wk

Contractor

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

NURSE's Etc. Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 8 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Shift: Nights 7p-7a
Submission Requirements:
* Education Required - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
* Work Experience Required – 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse. ICU Experience, EPIC documentation
* Certifications Required - Current RN License in the state of practice. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Current NIH Certification Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty area

NURSE's Etc. Staffing Job ID #517003. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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