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RN Trauma Operating Room

Miami, FL · On-site

$39 - $53/hr

RN - Trauma Operating Room | Miami, FL Step into the action where skill, precision, and teamwork save lives. We're seeking a highly skilled and dedicated RN - Trauma Operating Room to join a fast ...

St. Mary's Medical Center

Evenings Job Type: Full Time The Registered Nurse, using critical thinking skills, coordinates and ... SMMC is a Level 1 Trauma Center, a state-designated Pediatric Trauma Referral Center, certified ...

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How much do trauma rn jobs pay per week?

As of May 30, 2026, the average weekly pay for trauma rn in Florida is $1,863.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,451.92 and $2,255.77 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Trauma RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trauma RN, you need advanced clinical assessment skills, rapid decision-making abilities, and a current RN license with trauma-specific certifications like TNCC or ATLS. Familiarity with trauma charts, EHR systems, and specialized life support protocols is essential. Emotional resilience, teamwork, and strong communication are crucial soft skills for handling high-pressure, unpredictable situations. These skills ensure prompt, efficient care for critically injured patients and facilitate effective collaboration in emergency environments.

What are the unique challenges Trauma RNs face when working in a high-acuity environment, and how can they best prepare for them?

Trauma RNs often encounter rapidly changing situations that require quick decision-making, emotional resilience, and strong teamwork. Managing multiple critical patients, prioritizing care under pressure, and coordinating with surgeons, emergency physicians, and ancillary staff are daily realities. Preparation includes honing assessment skills, staying current with trauma protocols, and developing coping strategies for stress. Regular simulation training and debriefings can also help Trauma RNs adapt and thrive in these demanding settings.

What is a Trauma RN?

A Trauma RN is a Registered Nurse who specializes in caring for patients with serious, often life-threatening injuries. These nurses work in trauma centers, emergency rooms, and critical care units, providing rapid assessment, stabilization, and ongoing care. Their responsibilities include administering medications, assisting in procedures, coordinating with the trauma team, and supporting patients and families during critical moments. Trauma RNs need advanced clinical skills, the ability to work under pressure, and specialized training in emergency and trauma care.

What is the difference between Trauma Rn vs Emergency Room Nurse?

AspectTrauma RnEmergency Room Nurse
CertificationsCPR, ACLS, TNCCCPR, ACLS, TNCC
Work EnvironmentTrauma centers, hospitalsEmergency departments, hospitals
Job FocusSevere trauma cases, rapid assessmentBroad emergency cases, initial patient stabilization
Employer & IndustryHospitals with trauma centersHospitals, urgent care facilities

Trauma Rns and Emergency Room Nurses both work in fast-paced hospital settings and require similar certifications. However, Trauma Rns specialize in managing severe trauma cases in trauma centers, while ER Nurses handle a wider range of emergency situations in emergency departments. Understanding these differences helps healthcare professionals choose the right career path or job focus.

What cities in Florida are hiring for Trauma Rn jobs? Cities in Florida with the most Trauma Rn job openings:
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Infographic showing various Trauma Rn job openings in Florida as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 16% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,900 per year, or $46.6 per hour.
Trauma Medical-Surgical RN in Jacksonville, FL

Trauma Medical-Surgical RN in Jacksonville, FL

Vivian Health

Jacksonville, FL

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

RN Trauma Med Surg

Strong staffing Support when it matters most. Technology and tools that streamline patient monitoring and communication to help you work more efficiently. Robust supply chains to keep you fully equipped. Ongoing clinical education to improve your skills. As a Registered Nurse (RN) at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital, you’ll have all the staffing support, technology and resources you need to deliver safe, high-quality care—so you can focus on what you do best.

Job Summary and Qualifications

In collaboration with the patient, the patient’s family, and other members of the health care team, the Medical/Surgical/Trauma Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, evaluating, planning, implementing, and coordinating a treatment plan and achieving the goals of the 4 South Nursing Department. You serve as a key position of the interdependent team, and hold responsibility for achieving positive patient and departmental outcomes.

What you will do in this role:

  • You will maintain overall accountability/responsibility for assigned patients
  • You will manage efficient flow of patient care including screening, preparation for exam, providing general nursing care and comfort, and arranging for admissions, testing and discharges
  • You will maintain and review patients’ records including posting tests and examination results
  • You will administer medications in accordance with physician orders
  • You will instruct patients and families regarding medications and treatment plans
  • You will respond to and refer incoming telephone calls (may include phone triage when needed)

What qualifications you may need:

  • Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing: Associate's Degree in Nursing or higher is required
  • Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state which you practice and/or hold an active Compact/Multi-State RN license
  • A current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider is required
  • At least 6 months RN work experience required

This is a Full Time, Day Shift position. Shifts are 12 hours in length (approximately 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM). 

Rotating Weekends and Holidays are required.

Benefits

HCA Florida Memorial Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location

has provided quality healthcare services since 1969, giving patients access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 450+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities. We offer a range of services for our patients, including 24-hour emergency care at three different locations and a Level II trauma center. Other specialized programs include our accredited Chest Pain Center, certified Stroke Center, Heart Center, Bone and Joint Center, maternity center and much more. Memorial has received the Gold Seal of Approval for Primary Stroke Centers and is sepsis-certified by the Joint Commission.

At Memorial Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our Jacksonville community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

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.

"Nurses play a pivotal role and are the backbone of healthcare delivery. At HCA Healthcare, we are dedicated to ensuring nurses have necessary tools and resources to provide world-class patient care, advocating for the profession and helping to shape the future of nursing."

Sammie Mosier, DHA, MA, BSN, NE-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, HCA Healthcare

If growth and continued learning is important to you, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Nurse RN opening. Our team will promptly review your application. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities apply today!

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.

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