Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Florida
Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$39.25/hour
The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Florida is $39.25 per hour. This is 28% lower than the US average of $50.06.
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Florida compared to National Averages
$39.25/hour
Florida
28% lower than the US average.
$50.06/hour
United States
What cities in Florida pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?
Kissimmee, Florida pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Clearwater, Florida ($46) and Orlando, Florida ($46). Kissimmee, Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $51. For comparison, the Florida average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $39 per hour — Kissimmee, Florida pays 23% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Kissimmee, Florida | $48 | $51 |
| Clearwater, Florida | $46 | $48 |
| Orlando, Florida | $46 | $47 |
| Tallahassee, Florida | $45 | $51 |
| Brandon, Florida | $44 | $45 |
| Sarasota, Florida | $44 | $45 |
How does the pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses in Florida compare to nearby states?
Georgia pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Virginia ($51) and North Carolina ($46). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Florida average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $39 per hour — Georgia pays 30% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $51 | $53 |
| Virginia | $51 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $46 | $58 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
| South Carolina | $37 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Florida?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $38 per hour, followed by Patterns Hiring - Perm ($36) and Tampa General Hospital ($35). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Florida average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $38 | $53 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $36 | $36 |
| Tampa General Hospital | $35 | $47 |
| University of Miami | $34 | $34 |
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $34 | $37 |
| Navitas Healthcare | $34 | $37 |
| Pyramid Consulting | $31 | $31 |
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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- HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital
- Clearwater, FL
$45-48/hour
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- HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital
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$45-48/hour
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- HCA Florida Osceola Hospital
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$42-47/hour
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- Osceola Regional Medical Center
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