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HAN Staff

RN - M/S Tele

Rochester, NY · On-site

$2.1K/wk

Health Advocates Network is urgently hiring Med Surg - Ortho/ Trauma Registered Nurses (RNs) in the Rochester, NY area. Must have 2 years Med Surg - Ortho/ Trauma experience. * Pay Rate: $2,170 ...

Medical City Denton

RN OB Trauma

Denton, TX · On-site

We are seeking an OB Trauma RN to join our healthcare family. Benefits Medical City Denton, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The ...

Medical City Denton

RN OB Trauma

Denton, TX

We are seeking an OB Trauma RN to join our healthcare family. Benefits Medical City Denton, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The ...

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How much do trauma rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average weekly pay for trauma rn in the United States is $2,493.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,942.31 and $3,019.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

How to make $300,000 as a nurse?

Trauma RNs can increase their earning potential by gaining specialized certifications, such as trauma nursing certification, working in high-demand or high-acuity settings, taking on overtime or night shifts, and pursuing leadership or advanced practice roles. Salaries vary by location and experience, but combining these strategies can help reach higher income levels, including $300,000 annually for experienced professionals.

How much do level 1 trauma nurses make?

Level 1 trauma nurses typically earn between $70,000 and $100,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and certifications such as TNCC or ENPC. They work in high-acuity emergency and trauma settings, often requiring advanced skills and certifications.

How to make 150,000 as a nurse?

Trauma RNs can earn $150,000 or more by gaining extensive experience, working in high-paying regions, obtaining specialized certifications, and taking on overtime or per diem shifts. Advanced roles such as charge nurse or nurse manager, along with working in critical care units, can also increase earning potential.

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 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 do you do as a trauma nurse?

A trauma nurse provides emergency care to patients with severe injuries, assessing their condition, administering treatments, and coordinating with medical teams. They work in high-pressure environments like emergency rooms or trauma centers and often require certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
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Infographic showing various Trauma Rn job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,668 per year, or $62.3 per hour.
Ortho Trauma Registered Nurse

Ortho Trauma Registered Nurse

Mission Hospital

Plano, TX • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Mission Hospital (Asheville) rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

757th of 1,013 rated hospitals

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Ortho Trauma Registered Nurse? At Medical City Plano, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Job Summary and Qualifications
As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in line with the requirements of the department and the standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. Collaborating with medical providers and the care team, you will provide personalized, comprehensive, and compassionate care, following established nursing models such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage." You will also act as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers, embodying the organization's vision, mission, and values to ensure an outstanding patient experience and positive clinical outcomes.
What you will do in this role:

  • Assess the patient's condition during admission and each scheduled shift, promptly identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
  • Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s), and ensure thorough and timely documentation of care administration in the patient's medical record. - Administer prescribed medications, monitor the patient for therapeutic response, and take appropriate action in the event of an unintended response to the medication.
  • Provide exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests, proactively anticipating patient needs, and resolving them.
  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the patient's medical condition, treatment plan, medications, possible side effects, and follow-up measures, ensuring complete understanding by translating complex medical terminology.
What qualifications you will need:
  • (RN) Registered Nurse
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support, or BCLS Instructor, or Associate Degree, or Bachelors Degree must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • 1+ year of RN experience required
Benefits
Medical City Plano, 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.
Medical City Plano opened in 1975 and provides Plano and Collin County with advanced health care. Medical City Plano is a 600+ bed acute care hospital. We have more than 2,000 employees and over 1,400 physicians on staff. Our main campus in Plano has a cancer treatment center and cardiovascular programs. We have The Bariatric Surgery Institute, a Wound Care Center and inpatient rehabilitation. We also offer complete women's and children's services. This includes a high-risk antepartum unit and a Level 3 neonatal intensive-care unit. We were the first hospital in Dallas, Collin or Denton counties to be named a Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Medical City Plano was the first Level I Trauma Center in Collin County and The Burn & Reconstructive Center of Texas was the first burn center in Collin County. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals and specialists, patients are ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Ortho Trauma Registered Nurse opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
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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