Nursing Administrator Salary Guide
Average Nursing Administrator Salary
$33.46/hour
The average salary for a Nursing Administrator is $33.46 per hour. This is 16% lower than the nursing US average of $38.80.
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Nursing Administrator compared to Registered Nurse National Averages
$33.46/hour
16% lower than the nursing US average.
$38.80/hour
United States
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nursing Administrator jobs?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenet Massachusetts | $58 | $58 |
| Lee Health | $49 | $49 |
| Elara Caring | $40 | $40 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $37 | $37 |
| Palm Beach Health Network - Tenet | $32 | $32 |
| HCA Capital Division | $19 | $21 |
| HCA Florida Healthcare | $16 | $16 |
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Nursing Administrator Career Guide
Use our exclusive Career Guides to research the education, qualifications, skills and responsibilities for a variety of healthcare disciplines and specialties employers are hiring now.
Go to the guideTop Nursing Administrator Jobs
Cardiovascular Operating Room Nursing Director
- Core Medical-Perm
- Asheville, NC
- 3x12 hrs
$127K-160K/year
approximately $67-86/hrNICU Charge RN
- Core Medical-Perm
- Austin, TX
- 5x8 hrs
$93K-150K/year
approximately $44-73/hrOperating Room Nurse Manager
- Core Medical-Perm
- Arlington, TX
- 5x8 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$85K-125K/year
approximately $40-61/hrRegistered Nurse (RN) - Administrative
- Saint Vincent Hospital at Worcester Medical Center
- Worcester, MA
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
$45-70/hour
ER RN Manager
- Core Medical-Perm
- Salem, VA
- 5x8 hrs
$43-58/hour
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Nursing Administrator FAQs
What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Nursing Administrator?
Can having a Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC) boost my salary as a Nursing Administrator?
Yes, having a Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a nursing administrator.
Can having a Nurse Executive or Advanced Certification (NEA-BC) boost my salary as a Nursing Administrator?
Yes, having a Nurse Executive or Advanced Certification (NEA-BC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a nursing administrator.
Where can I learn more about working as a Nursing Administrator?
Take a look at Vivian's Nursing Administrator Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.