Nursing Administrator Salary Guide
Average Nursing Administrator Salary
$39.09/hour
The average salary for a Nursing Administrator is $39.09 per hour. This is 3% higher than the nursing US average of $37.75.
Last updated on December 24, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Nursing Administrator compared to Registered Nurse National Averages
$39.09/hour
3% higher than the nursing US average.
$37.75/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 | $16 | $16 |
| HCA Florida Healthcare | $16 | $16 |
Last updated on December 24, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Nursing Administrator Career Guide
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Go to the guideTop Nursing Administrator Jobs
Operating Room Nurse Manager
- Medical City Arlington
- Arlington, TX
- Days
$36+/hour
Operating Room Nurse Manager
- Medical City Arlington
- Arlington, TX
- Days
$36+/hour
Operating Room Nurse Manager
- Medical City Arlington
- Arlington, TX
- Days
$36+/hour
ER RN Manager
- LewisGale Medical Center
- Salem, VA
- Nights
- Sign-On Bonus
$36+/hour
Critical Care Nurse Manager
- Central Florida Regional Hospital
- Sanford, FL
- Days
$35+/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.