Average Correctional Nurse Salary

$54.13/hour

The average salary for a Correctional Nurse is $54.13 per hour. This is 16% higher than the nursing US average of $45.25.

Last updated on March 10, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Correctional Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages

$54.13/hour

16% higher than the nursing US average.

$45.25/hour

United States

Where do Correctional Nurses get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Virginia$38$43
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Correctional Nurse jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
CoreCivic$49$60

Last updated on March 10, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Correctional Nurse FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Correctional RN?

Earning your Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP), Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN), Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH) or Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A) often increases your salary potential as a correctional nurse or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.


Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?

Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.

Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?

Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.

Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?

Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.

Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?

Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.

Where can I learn more about working as a Correctional Nursing?

Take a look at Vivian's Correctional Nursing Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.