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Catholic Health

Registered Nurse

Rockville Centre, NY

$54.49 - $74.72/hr

Cardiac arrest, sepsis, diabetic coma, etc. * Care for and manage pediatric patients * Partnering with an interdisciplinary team including, but not limited to, attending physicians, hospitalists ...

Aptiv

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Charleston, SC · On-site

Diagnostic & Clinical Support Duties • Perform diagnostic support duties including taking, recording, and reporting deviations in vital signs and changes in patient condition (e.g., diabetic coma ...

Catholic Health

Registered Nurse

Rockville Centre, NY

$54.49 - $74.72/hr

Cardiac arrest, sepsis, diabetic coma, etc. * Care for and manage pediatric patients * Partnering with an interdisciplinary team including, but not limited to, attending physicians, hospitalists ...

Catholic Health

Registered Nurse

Rockville Centre, NY

$54.49 - $74.72/hr

Cardiac arrest, sepsis, diabetic coma, etc. * Care for and manage pediatric patients * Partnering with an interdisciplinary team including, but not limited to, attending physicians, hospitalists ...

Catholic Health

Registered Nurse

Rockville Centre, NY · On-site

$54.49 - $74.72/hr

Cardiac arrest, sepsis, diabetic coma, etc. * Care for and manage pediatric patients * Partnering with an interdisciplinary team including, but not limited to, attending physicians, hospitalists ...

Aptiv

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Charleston, SC · On-site

Diagnostic & Clinical Support Duties • Perform diagnostic support duties including taking, recording, and reporting deviations in vital signs and changes in patient condition (e.g., diabetic coma ...

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How much do coma jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for coma in the United States is $83,555.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $98,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Coma, and why are they important?

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What is the difference between Coma vs Paramedic?

AspectComaParamedic
Required CredentialsMedical training, emergency response skillsEMT certification, paramedic license
Work EnvironmentHospital, ICU, emergency scenesAmbulance, pre-hospital emergency care
Industry UsageMedical, emergency responsePre-hospital emergency services

While a coma is a medical state of unconsciousness, a paramedic is a healthcare professional providing emergency medical care outside hospitals. Paramedics are trained to respond quickly, administer treatments, and transport patients, whereas coma refers to a patient's condition. Understanding these differences helps clarify roles in emergency medical situations.

What is a coma?

A coma is a prolonged state of unconsciousness in which a person is unresponsive to their environment and cannot be awakened, even by painful stimuli. It is caused by an injury or illness that affects the brain, such as traumatic brain injury, stroke, infection, or severe intoxication. People in a coma do not have normal sleep-wake cycles and show minimal to no voluntary actions. Medical professionals use various tests to assess the cause and depth of a coma, and treatment depends on addressing the underlying condition.
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Infographic showing various Coma job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,555 per year, or $40.2 per hour.
RN - Psychiatric Nurse (Weekend)

RN - Psychiatric Nurse (Weekend)

Childrens Hospital of The Kings Daughters

Norfolk, VA

$33.67/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Children's Hospital Of The King's Daughters rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

202nd of 993 rated hospitals

Job description

  • GENERAL SUMMARY
    • Plans, provides, and monitors individualized psychiatric and medical nursing care in response to specific patient needs. Provides developmentally appropriate psychosocial and clinical care respective to the assigned patient population. Reports to the Director of Patient Care Services – Critical Care.
  • ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Plans, provides, and monitors individualized psychiatric and medical nursing care following established policies, procedures, and regulations.
    • Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the preschool, school age or adolescent patient and his/her family.
    • Provides developmentally appropriate psychosocial and clinical care.
    • Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.
    • Core competencies:
      • Adept in conflict resolution
      • Skilled in intake interviewing
      • Culturally sensitive expertise in crisis intervention techniques
      • Exceptional interpersonal communication
      • Psychiatric population familiarity
      • Psychotropic medication knowledge
      • Understands and evaluates data related to psychiatric emergency: Vital signs/LOC Glasgow coma scale; Lab tests (routine bloodwork, urine toxicology screen)
      • Demonstrated understanding of the Emergency Mental Health Nurse and their role within the ED
      • Demonstrated ability to provide a safe environment and interventions to manage alterations in mental/behavioral health and ensure patient and staff safety
  • LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
    • Current Virginia state license as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse holding a valid Compact State license. 
    • CPR Training required and/or must be obtained within 45 days of hire.
    • PALS preferred.
    • RN certification preferred.
  • MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
    • Must have an Associates in Nursing/Diploma in Nursing with applicable experience, however a BSN is preferred.
    • Experience in both pediatric medical and psychiatric settings preferred.
    • Pediatric experience preferred. 
  • WORKING CONDITIONS
    • Expected to work in a patient care environment with minimal exposure to environmental hazards such as, but not limited to, excessive noise, dust, or extremes in temperatures. Exposure to communicable diseases and moderately adverse working conditions due to the need to perform certain patient care activities can be expected.
  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Click here to view physical requirements. 

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