Acute Care Nurses




Automation risk
Minimal Risk (0-20%): Occupations in this category have a low probability of being automated, as they typically demand complex problem-solving, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, and a high degree of manual dexterity. These jobs often involve intricate hand movements and precise coordination, making it difficult for machines to replicate the required tasks.
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Growth
The number of 'Acute Care Nurses' job openings is expected to rise 6.2% by 2031
Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due Sep 2023.
Wages
In 2022, the median annual wage for 'Acute Care Nurses' was $81,220, or $39.04 per hour
'Acute Care Nurses' were paid 75.4% higher than the national median wage, which stood at $46,310
Wages over time
Volume
As of 2022 there were 3,072,700 people employed as Acute Care Nurses within the United States.
This represents around 2.08% of the employed workforce across the country.
Put another way, around 1 in 48 people are employed as Acute Care Nurses.
Job 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.
SOC Code: 29-1141.01
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