Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$46.23/hour
The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in North Carolina is $46.23 per hour. This is 5% higher than the US average of $43.75.
Last updated on October 31, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
$46.23/hour
North Carolina
5% higher than the US average.
$43.75/hour
United States
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?
Waynesville, North Carolina pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Rutherfordton, North Carolina ($54) and Asheville, North Carolina ($51). For comparison, the North Carolina average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $46 per hour — Waynesville, North Carolina pays 25% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Waynesville, North Carolina | $58 | $58 |
| Rutherfordton, North Carolina | $54 | $58 |
| Asheville, North Carolina | $51 | $58 |
| Morganton, North Carolina | $47 | $58 |
| Winston-Salem, North Carolina | $44 | $44 |
| Hickory, North Carolina | $42 | $58 |
| Brevard, North Carolina | $41 | $58 |
How does the pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Georgia ($51) and Pennsylvania ($50). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $46 per hour — Virginia pays 14% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $53 | $58 |
| Georgia | $51 | $53 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 | $50 |
| Kentucky | $43 | $46 |
| Ohio | $42 | $44 |
| South Carolina | $37 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in North Carolina?
Bluebird Staffing pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($46) and Prolink Direct Placement/RPO Region ($44). Perm Staff Jobs has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $46 per hour — Bluebird Staffing pays 5% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Bluebird Staffing | $49 | $49 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $46 | $58 |
| Prolink Direct Placement/RPO Region | $44 | $44 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $44 | $44 |
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $43 | $44 |
Last updated on October 31, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Mission Hospital
- Rutherfordton, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Angel Medical Center
- Rutherfordton, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Stepdown
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
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