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How much do eating disorder nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for eating disorder 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.

What does an eating disorder nurse do?

An Eating Disorder Nurse provides specialized care to individuals with eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder. They assess patients' physical and mental health, support treatment plans, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including dietitians and therapists. Their role involves providing education, advocating for patients, and offering emotional support to individuals and their families.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an eating disorder nurse?

To succeed as an Eating Disorder Nurse, you need a registered nursing qualification, clinical experience in mental health, and specialized knowledge of eating disorder treatment. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), multidisciplinary care protocols, and relevant therapeutic modalities is highly beneficial. Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills help in building trust with patients and supporting their families. These abilities ensure safe, effective patient care and foster recovery within a supportive, collaborative healthcare setting.

What are some common challenges faced by eating disorder nurses and how do they address them?

Eating Disorder Nurses often work with patients experiencing complex emotional, psychological, and physical symptoms, which can present unique challenges such as treatment resistance or co-occurring mental health conditions. To address these, nurses collaborate closely with dietitians, therapists, physicians, and families to create individualized care plans and provide consistent support. Establishing trust and maintaining boundaries are crucial, as is ongoing education in evolving treatment approaches. By fostering a supportive and non-judgmental environment, nurses help patients progress toward recovery while managing setbacks as part of the healing process.

How to become an eating disorder nurse?

To become an eating disorder nurse, you typically need to complete a registered nursing program and obtain licensure as a registered nurse (RN). Additional training or certification in mental health or eating disorder treatment can enhance your qualifications and prepare you to work with patients experiencing eating disorders.
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Infographic showing various Eating Disorder Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Registered Nurse - Eating Disorder Unit - Per Diem/ 7a - 7p

Pennsylvania Medicine

Plainsboro, NJ • On-site

$49.96 - $68.99/hr

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Posted 19 days ago


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Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Penn Medicine Princeton Health is hiring for a Per Diem RN to join our Eating Disorder unit. This is for shift 1 - 7:00 am - 7:00 pm.

The Princeton Center for Eating Disorders provides inpatient treatment for adults, adolescents and children as young as 8 years old who are suffering from anorexia, bulimia and other eating disorders. We offer a warm, welcoming environment in an award-winning medical center. Our patients not only benefit from treatment for the physical, psychosocial and nutritional aspects of their eating disorder, but they also have immediate access to full-service care for other medical needs.

Our Nurses do full assessments, medications, and work collaboratively with other departments in the hospital - communication skills are key to working with this unit. 1-year minimum experience of working on a Med Surge floor is preferred. 

Credentials:

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
  • Registered Nurse - NJ (Required)
  • Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License (required prior to first day of hire) required National Nursing Certification preferred

Education or Equivalent Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science Nursing (Required)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing or in pursuit of a BSN Greater than 15 months professional nursing experience
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Salary Range:
$49.96 - $68.99/Hourly
As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.
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