Acute Care Nurses
SOC: 29-1141.01
Description:
Provide advanced nursing care for patients with acute conditions such as heart attacks, respiratory distress syndrome, or shock. May care for pre- and post-operative patients or perform advanced, invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
National Salary Information:
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Annual Statistics:
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2015 wage data.
Employment Projections:
2,751,000 employed
3,190,300 employed
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2015 2014-2024 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2014-2024). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Alternate Titles:
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Experience:
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Education:
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Job Training:
Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Required Skills:
Knowledge Used:
Tasks:
Tools & Technology:
healthcare practitioners and technical
industry stats
SOC: 29-0000
Total Employed: 8,021,800
Average Annual Salary: $77,800
