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We are seeking an EMS Coordinator RN to join our healthcare family. Benefits Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our ...

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We are seeking an EMS Coordinator RN to join our healthcare family. Benefits Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our ...

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The position will interact with pre-hospital providers (EMT-paramedics) as well as in-hospital providers (physicians, residents, nurses, other allied health, etc.). The position will assist the EMS ...

Ability to establish good rapport with Administrators, Physicians, nurses and others involved in ... Ohio Certified EMS Instructor. (Required) Physical Demands * Standing Frequently * Walking ...

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EMS Instructor - Full Time

Lake Geneva, WI · On-site

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OVERVIEW The EMS Instructor, under the direct supervision of the EMS Unit Supervisor/EMS ... EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, RN, PA, DO, MD, Law Enforcement) If RN, BSN preferred or enrolled in BSN ...

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How much do ems nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for ems 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 is an EMS nurse?

EMS nurses, or Emergency Medical Services nurses, are registered nurses who specialize in providing emergency care outside of traditional hospital settings. They work alongside paramedics and EMTs to deliver critical medical interventions during emergencies, often in ambulances, helicopters, or at the scene of accidents. Their training enables them to manage trauma, cardiac events, and other urgent health conditions, ensuring patients receive high-quality care before reaching a hospital. EMS nurses play a vital role in stabilizing patients and improving outcomes in life-threatening situations.

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

To thrive as an EMS Nurse, you need a solid background in emergency care, trauma assessment, and advanced life support, usually supported by an RN license and specialized certifications such as ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS. Proficiency with pre-hospital care equipment, mobile monitoring devices, and electronic patient care reporting systems is critical. Outstanding decision-making, calmness under pressure, and strong communication skills help EMS Nurses excel in unpredictable, high-stress environments. These skills are crucial for delivering effective, timely care and ensuring patient safety in emergency medical situations.

What are some unique challenges EMS nurses face compared to hospital-based nursing roles?

EMS nurses often encounter unpredictable and high-pressure environments, responding to emergencies in the field rather than controlled clinical settings. They must quickly assess patients, make rapid decisions, and provide critical care with limited resources, sometimes in hazardous or unfamiliar locations. Collaboration with EMTs, paramedics, and other first responders is essential, requiring excellent communication and adaptability. This dynamic role can be physically and emotionally demanding, but it offers the unique reward of delivering life-saving care when and where it’s needed most.

What is the difference between Ems Nurse vs Paramedic?

AspectEms NurseParamedic
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, additional EMS certificationsParamedic certification, often with EMT-Basic or Advanced EMT
Work EnvironmentAmbulance, hospitals, clinics, emergency scenesAmbulance, pre-hospital emergency settings
Roles & ResponsibilitiesPatient assessment, IV therapy, medication administration, advanced airway managementBasic life support, patient stabilization, transport, some advanced skills

While both Ems Nurses and Paramedics work in emergency medical services, Ems Nurses typically hold RN licenses and perform advanced clinical procedures, often in hospital or specialized settings. Paramedics focus on pre-hospital emergency care with certification in basic and advanced life support. Understanding these differences helps clarify their distinct roles in emergency response teams.

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Infographic showing various Ems 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.

EMS Coordinator RN

Research Medical Center

Kansas City, MO • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Introduction

Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At Research Medical Center our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking an EMS Coordinator RN to join our healthcare family.

Benefits

Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

At Research Medical Center, our nurses play a vital part. We know that every nurse’s path and purpose is unique. Do you want to create your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is your career destination! Our scale makes it possible for nurses to create the career path that fits their life – for life – and empowers their passion for patient care. Apply today for our EMS Nurse Coordinator opportunity.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The EMS Nurse Coordinator is responsible for providing a consistent, courteous, and timely care experience for patients transported by EMS to our facility. The responsibilities include greeting and recepting both the patient and EMS personnel in a dedicated area. The EMS Nurse Coordinator collaborates with the clinical nurse coordinator (CNC) to adequately plan for the arrival of inbound patients and manage through any EMS surges to achieve timely offloads. When not actively offloading EMS patients, the EMS Nurse Coordinator is also responsible for overseeing the EMS lounge, maintaining the stroke care area, assisting clinical personnel in the care of patients, and other downtime duties. The EMS Nurse Coordinator will collaborate and communicate regularly with the EMS PPR Director on strategic initiatives and provide ideas/feedback to the EMS Growth Governance Council.

What qualifications you will need:
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • (RN) Registered Nurse
  • Registered Nurse Diploma
  • Emergency Nurse Pediatric Cour, or PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • Advanced Trauma Care for Nurse, or Trauma Nursing Core Course must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes women's services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas

Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our EMS Nurse Coordinator opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.