Average Nurse Manager Salary

$50.56/hour

The average salary for a Nurse Manager is $50.56 per hour. This is 14% higher than the nursing US average of $43.61.

Last updated on November 20, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Nurse Manager compared to Registered Nurse National Averages

$50.56/hour

14% higher than the nursing US average.

$43.61/hour

United States

Where do Nurse Managers get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
California$71$90
Washington$67$90
Oregon$58$74
Arizona$50$67
Pennsylvania$50$54
Virginia$44$57
Georgia$43$48
Texas$43$52
Oklahoma$41$55
Florida$40$45
Michigan$35$46
Massachusetts$33$55
North Carolina$32$43
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Tenet Massachusetts$54$54
Protouch Staffing - Permanent$50$50
Banner Health$49$77
PennState Health$46$46
St. Luke's Health System$45$45
Inova Health System$45$45
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX$36$36
Methodist Healthcare of San Antonio$36$36
Mass General Brigham$35$35

Last updated on November 20, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Nurse Manager FAQs

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

Earning your Certified Professional in Health Care Risk Management (CPHRM) or Health Care Quality & Management (HCQM) often increases your salary potential as a risk management nurse or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Certified Professional in Health Care Risk Management (CPHRM) boost my salary as a Risk Management RN?

Yes, having a Certified Professional in Health Care Risk Management (CPHRM) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a risk management nurse.

Can having a Health Care Quality & Management (HCQM) boost my salary as a Risk Management RN?

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

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