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How much do swat nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for swat 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 are some typical challenges Swat Nurses encounter during their shifts?

SWAT Nurses often face the challenge of providing high-quality medical care in fast-paced and unpredictable situations, frequently in field environments rather than traditional clinical settings. They must rapidly assess injuries, stabilize patients, and coordinate evacuation or further medical support, often while working alongside law enforcement and maintaining scene safety. Adaptability and clear communication are essential as they both respond to emergent situations and support the tactical team under stress. These unique challenges make the role both demanding and highly rewarding for those skilled in critical care and quick decision-making.

What is a Swat Nurse?

A SWAT Nurse (Supplemental Work and Training Nurse) is a highly skilled, flexible nurse who moves between different hospital units based on staffing needs. They are typically experienced in multiple specialties, allowing them to provide immediate support in critical areas like ICU, ER, or Med-Surg. SWAT Nurses help manage high patient volumes, offer specialized care, and assist during emergencies. Their adaptability and broad clinical knowledge make them essential in maintaining hospital efficiency and patient safety.

How to become a SWAT nurse?

To become a SWAT nurse, you typically need to be a registered nurse with experience in emergency or trauma care, often holding certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional training in tactical emergency medicine, law enforcement collaboration, and physical fitness is also important; some agencies offer specialized training programs for tactical medical support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Swat Nurse?

To excel as a SWAT Nurse, you must possess advanced critical care nursing skills, trauma management expertise, and a valid RN license, often with additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, and specialized tactical medical training. Familiarity with emergency medical equipment, field triage protocols, and mobile communication systems is crucial. Strong decision-making, resilience under pressure, and excellent teamwork set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are vital for providing immediate, lifesaving care in unpredictable and high-stress tactical environments.

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Infographic showing various Swat Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

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Job Summary:

The Adult SWAT Nurse provides advanced professional nursing care to patients/families and the community by utilizing the nursing process. The Adult SWAT Nurse oversees the work of the registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, ancillary staff and students assigned to the unit. Specifically, the Adult SWAT Nurse performs as an experienced registered critical care nurse whose advanced knowledge and skill in ACLS, Resuscitation, and in the assessment and delivery of nursing care, provide the basis for the clinical leadership role. The Adult SWAT Nurse is familiar with American Heart Association's (AHA) Get With The Guidelines- Resuscitation Program and is expert in BLS and ACLS algorithms, responding to all adult codes and rapid responses as an intricate, vital member of both teams. The Adult SWAT Nurse provides mentorship, education and support to all levels of staff specific to the decompensation of patients. The Adult SWAT Nurse serves as a preceptor to staff nurses, students and other health care professionals for specialty care skill development and application. The SWAT Nurse exemplifies the Upstate mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Upstate policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

RN license as outlined by NYS Education Department. Two years post-licensure clinical nursing experience in an acute care specialty area. Meets NYS Civil Service requirements. Current CPR certification and ACLS certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Charge experience, CCRN certification preferred.

Work Days:

11am-11pm every other weekend holidays per contract

Message to Applicants:

Please note, all applicants are invited to apply, however, only internal transfers are considered for the first 15 days.

Recruitment Office:

Nursing Recruitment Office

Executive Order:

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.


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