Mackay

Acute Care Nurse

An Acute Care Nurse provides advanced nursing care to patients in a hospital or other specialist health care facility. You might work in an emergency department, an intensive care unit or work with patients who are recovering from surgical procedures. Acute Care Nurses might perform clinical assessments and liaise with other health care professionals.

Acute Care Nurses should have excellent observational abilities and strong attention to detail. Interpersonal skills are important and you’ll need to be able to work as part of a team. Acute Care Nurses should be good communicators and must be able to follow correct procedures. You’ll need to be able to use your analytical skills and make important decisions quickly.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $94,640
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a acute care nurse?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT64121

Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Acute care)

Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • Are employed as a Enrolled Nurse.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Are employed as a Enrolled Nurse.
Additional requirements may apply.
Acute Care Nurse

Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing

Online
8 - 12 months
$11,000 - $11,250
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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