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How much do emergency rn jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average weekly pay for emergency rn in Indiana is $2,211.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,811.54 and $2,571.15 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Emergency RN?

An Emergency RN, or Emergency Room Registered Nurse, is a licensed nurse who specializes in providing care to patients in emergency situations. They work in emergency departments, treating patients with acute illnesses or injuries that require immediate attention. Emergency RNs assess patient conditions, administer medications, perform life-saving interventions, and coordinate with doctors and other healthcare professionals. Their role is fast-paced and requires quick decision-making, strong clinical skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Emergency RN?

To thrive as an Emergency RN, you need strong clinical assessment skills, quick decision-making abilities, and a valid RN license with Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications. Familiarity with emergency department protocols, triage systems, and electronic health records (EHRs) is essential. Excellent communication, composure under pressure, and teamwork are vital soft skills in this fast-paced environment. These competencies enable Emergency RNs to deliver rapid, effective care and ensure patient safety during critical situations.

What are some common challenges faced by Emergency RNs and how can they be managed?

Emergency RNs often encounter high-pressure situations, unpredictable patient volumes, and a wide variety of medical emergencies. These challenges can be managed by maintaining strong organizational skills, staying calm under pressure, and continuously updating clinical knowledge. Teamwork is essential—effective communication with physicians, fellow nurses, and support staff helps ensure patient safety and efficient care. Many emergency departments also provide mentorship or debriefing opportunities to support staff in managing stress and developing resilience.

What is the difference between Emergency Rn vs Critical Care Nurse?

AspectEmergency RnCritical Care Nurse
CertificationsRN license, BLS, ACLSRN license, BLS, ACLS, CCRN often preferred
Work EnvironmentEmergency departments, trauma centersIntensive care units, cardiac units
Employer & IndustryHospitals, emergency clinicsHospitals, specialized ICU units

Emergency Rns and Critical Care Nurses both require RN licensure and advanced certifications like ACLS. Emergency Rns work primarily in fast-paced emergency departments, handling trauma and urgent cases, while Critical Care Nurses focus on intensive patient monitoring in ICU settings. Both roles are vital in hospital environments but differ in patient acuity and work setting.

Emergency Rn jobs near you
Infographic showing various Emergency Rn job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,976 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Registered Nurse RN - West Carmel/Zionsville Emergency / Urgent Care

Zionsville, IN • On-site

Phenom People
1 - 5K employees
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Emergency Registered Nurse, RN

This facility is located at 10830 N. Michigan Road, Zionsville, Indiana, the heart of growth and development in the West Carmel/Zionsville community.

Riverview Health has been an accomplished provider of healthcare delivery for over 100 years, all due to the professional and highly competent care of employees at all levels of the organization. The American College of Cardiology awarded Riverview the Platinum Performance Award in 2019. Riverview is also the only hospital in the state of Indiana to be recognized as one of America's 100 best hospitals for orthopedic surgery in 2019. Additionally, Riverview Health employees provide exceptional service to its patients as evidenced by awards from Healthgrades for Outstanding Patient Experience Award for two consecutive years!

Emergency Registered Nurse, RN Job Functions:

  • Triage patients who present to Emergency / Urgent Care, prioritizing care based on the critical nature and severity of a patient's condition.
  • Assess patient condition through visual evaluation, medication reconciliation, and vital sign measurements such as: blood pressure reading pulse rate, respiration, and temperature throughout the course of a patient's stay in the facility
  • Plan/implement: set priorities for nursing action in a logical sequence according to patient's needs and formulate a plan of care by the appropriate selection of Nurse Practice Standards.
  • Administer medication and partner with other members of the patient care treatment team in the provision of procedures, interventions, discharge or admission processes, as prescribed by the treating physician.
  • Monitor patients for changes in condition and communicates timely and effectively with those involved in the welfare, care or treatment of the patient in compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
  • Chart all patient medical history, contact information, condition, medications, and treatment as well as update the electronic medical record throughout the patient stay in the Emergency Department.
  • Assist the physician on duty in the examination and treatment of patients.
  • Perform phlebotomy duties, basic laboratory procedures, wound cultures, Point of Care testing, EKGs, application of splints and other care interventions within scope of practice and direction of the practitioner.
  • Discharge patients post treatment. Complete discharge instructions and provide thorough education, and instruction, to the patient and/or caregiver.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements

Emergency Registered Nurse RN Job Requirements:

Education:

  • Minimum Education: Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse Program
  • Preferred: BSN

Experience:

  • Minimum Required: One (1) year recent Emergency Room experience (within the last 3 years)
  • Preferred: Three (3) years of experience in Critical Care; Two (2) years experience in an Emergency Department.

Licensure / Certification:

  • Minimum Required:
  • Registered Nurse License issued by the state of Indiana by date of hire
  • BLS
  • ACLS - within 6 months of hire into the position
  • PALS - within 6 months of hire into the position
  • Preferred:
  • Certification in Emergency Nursing (CEN), TNCC

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