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How much do ems rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average weekly pay for ems rn in New Jersey is $2,359.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,932.69 and $2,742.31 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by an EMS RN and how can they be managed?

EMS RNs often encounter high-pressure situations, such as providing critical care in unpredictable environments and making quick decisions with limited information. Managing these challenges requires strong clinical skills, adaptability, and effective communication with other EMS team members and hospital staff. Staying current with continuing education and participating in simulation training can help EMS RNs build confidence and improve their ability to respond to emergencies efficiently.

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

To thrive as an EMS RN (Emergency Medical Services Registered Nurse), you need advanced clinical assessment skills, emergency care expertise, and a current RN license with certifications such as ACLS, PALS, and often CEN or CCRN. Familiarity with pre-hospital care protocols, ambulance equipment, and electronic patient care reporting systems is typically required. Exceptional critical thinking, composure under pressure, and strong communication are vital soft skills for this fast-paced role. These abilities ensure rapid, accurate care and effective teamwork in high-stress, life-threatening situations.

What is the difference between Ems Rn vs Paramedic?

AspectEms RnParamedic
CertificationsRN license, EMS certificationParamedic certification, EMS license
Work EnvironmentAmbulance, hospitals, clinicsAmbulance, emergency scenes
Roles & ResponsibilitiesPatient assessment, IVs, medication administrationAdvanced airway management, rapid patient stabilization

While both Ems Rn and Paramedic work in emergency medical services, Ems Rn typically holds a registered nurse license and focuses on patient assessment and care in various settings. Paramedics are trained for advanced emergency procedures and rapid response in the field. Understanding these differences helps determine the appropriate role based on skills and certifications.

Can you work EMS as a nurse?

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) nurses are registered nurses (RNs) who provide pre-hospital emergency care in the field. They typically hold active RN licenses, have specialized training in emergency and trauma care, and may obtain certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). EMS nursing involves working in ambulances, helicopters, or emergency response teams, often requiring quick decision-making and adaptability in high-pressure situations.

What is an EMS RN?

EMS RNs, or Emergency Medical Services Registered Nurses, are specialized nurses who provide critical care in pre-hospital and emergency settings. They often work alongside paramedics and EMTs, delivering advanced medical care during patient transport or at the scene of emergencies. Their responsibilities include performing assessments, administering medications, and managing life-saving interventions. EMS RNs require specific training in emergency and trauma care, and they play a vital role in stabilizing patients before they reach the hospital.
Infographic showing various Ems Rn job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 29% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,669 per year, or $59 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Ground Transportation - Full Time - Day

Inspira Health Network

Millville, NJ • On-site

Other

Re-posted 14 days ago


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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description


MAJOR FUNCTION:
The SCTU nurse is proficient in providing age-appropriate care, spanning from neonates and infants to pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. They possess a deep understanding of growth and development principles across the lifespan, allowing them to assess patient data and interpret it to meet the unique needs of patients based on their age. The SCTU nurse delivers nursing care consistent with their licensure during intra-facility transports conducted by the SCTU Service line. This encompasses the use of ventilators, balloon pumps, multiple intravenous medication administrations, and any other necessary medical devices, treatment methods, or therapeutic procedures required by patients during transport. The SCTU nurse plays a crucial role in delivering basic life support to individuals experiencing sudden illness or injury within the designated service areas of the EMS system. They also offer mutual aid support when neighboring EMS services or transferring hospitals request assistance. The Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) plays a crucial role in delivering advanced life support to individuals experiencing sudden illness or injury within the designated service areas of the EMS system. They also offer mutual aid support when neighboring EMS services or transferring hospitals request assistance.
QUALIFICATION:
Educations & Experience:
• Associates degree
• You must be enrolled in a BSN or MSN program from an accredited school of professional
nursing and graduate on or before the third employment anniversary date into a nursing
position.
• BSN or MSN graduates preferred
• Grandfathered Exemption of Educational Requirement:
• Hired on or before June 1, 2013 - IMC
• Hired on or before August 4, 2015 - IMCW
• A minimum of two years of nursing experience is required, which can be obtained in one
or a combination of the following areas: critical care transport, prehospital basic/advanced
life support, critical care, and/or emergency department nursing.
Certification/Licensure:
• Must possess RN-EMT or be eligible for certification within the 100day probationary period
or certified as a mobile intensive care registered nurse (MICN), as indicated by N.J.A.C. 8:41.
• Coaching Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) within the 100day probationary period is required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP required within first 100 days.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Emergency Care for the Pre-hospital
Provider-Advanced (PEPP-A).
• Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) within the probationary period is required for
MICN certification. Incident Command 100/200/700/800 required within the 100day
probationary period.
• Valid driver's license in NJ in accordance with Inspira Health's Fleet Safety ADM.291*IHN*.
• Candidates with CEN, CCRN will be preferred.
Position Responsibilities
• This role requires strong leadership and critical care management skills. Essential
qualifications include experience in managing complex patients in either a critical care or
emergency department setting. Additionally, a background in pre-hospital care is
beneficial, given the role's involvement in the New Jersey EMS system.
• Effective communication skills are of paramount importance as they enable collaboration
with a diverse range of stakeholders, including medical professionals, regulatory
authorities, employees, and patients. Familiarity with healthcare technology, electronic
health records (EHR), and communication systems can significantly contribute to the
optimization of SCTU operations.
Physical Requirements:
N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly (>80%) Lifting <20lbsOStandingFSittingFLifting 20-50lbsFClimbingOKneelingFLifting>50lbsFCrouchingFReachingOCarryingFHearingCWalkingFPushingFTalkingCVisionC Environmental Conditions: NoiseOVaried TemperaturesOCleaning AgentsFNoxious odorsOPatient ExposureCOperative EquipmentO
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