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Critical Care Nurse

A Critical Care Nurse provides specialist nursing care to patients in an emergency department or intensive care unit. You might also work in critical care hospital units such as respiratory or cardiovascular care. Critical Care Nurses may carry out clinical assessments and assist other health care professionals during procedures and treatments.

Critical Care Nurses should be able to think quickly and remain calm during challenging situations. It’s important you can communicate clearly and work well in a team environment. Critical Care Nurses should have strong observational abilities and must be able to follow correct procedures. You’ll need good interpersonal skills and should pay close attention to details.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a critical care nurse?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing

Blended, Online
12 months
$11,250 - $12,224
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

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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