Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary Guide: Rhode Island
Average Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary
$49.89/hour
The average salary for a Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Rhode Island is $49.89 per hour. This is 13% higher than the US average of $43.50.
Last updated on October 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages
$49.89/hour
Rhode Island
13% higher than the US average.
$43.50/hour
United States
How does the pay for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $69 per hour, followed by Delaware ($61) and Maryland ($57). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $78. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $50 per hour — Massachusetts pays 39% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $69 | $78 |
| Delaware | $61 | $61 |
| Maryland | $57 | $60 |
| New Hampshire | $51 | $53 |
| New York | $50 | $55 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 | $55 |
Last updated on October 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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