How much do staff Nursing Manager jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, August 11th 2026, the average hourly salary for a Nurse Manager is $38 per hour, but can pay up to $100 per hour.

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Q: How does having a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) increase my value as a Nursing Managers job candidate?

Having a Chief Nursing Officer ( CNO ) validates your knowledge and skills as a nursing managers and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, DOU - Direct Observation Unit

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, DOU - Direct Observation Unit

San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
3x12 hrs

$72-115/hour

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, OR - Operating Room

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, OR - Operating Room

Adventist Health
Saint Helena, CA

$153K-230K/year

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Adventist Health
San Luis Obispo, CA

$146K-219K/year

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Cardiology

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Cardiology

Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital
Fresno, CA
5x8 hrs, Days

$82-105/hour

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, OR - Operating Room

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, OR - Operating Room

Adventist Health
Fort Bragg, CA

$139K-209K/year

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ED - Emergency Department

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Fort Bragg, CA

$139K-209K/year

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Cardiology

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Cardiology

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Modesto, CA
3x12 hrs

$62-100/hour

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery

Adventist Health
Portland, OR

$132K-199K/year

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ED - Emergency Department

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$132K-199K/year

Above Average Pay

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Posted 11 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$59-95/hour

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery

Emanuel Medical Center
Turlock, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$59-95/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Adventist Health
Portland, OR

$126K-189K/year

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Behavioral Health

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Behavioral Health

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Modesto, CA
3x12 hrs

$54-86/hour

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, OR - Operating Room

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, OR - Operating Room

UW Health
Madison, WI

$114K-171K/year

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Surgery Manager

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Surgery Manager

Patterns Hiring - Perm
Evergreen Park, IL
5x8 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$66-77/hour

5x8

Sign-On Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Pediatrics

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Pediatrics

UW Health
Madison, WI

$106K-158K/year

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Clinic

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Clinic

Adventist Health
Portland, OR

$104K-156K/year

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View job details for Director of Nursing - Home Health

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Director of Nursing - Home Health

CoreMedical Group Perm
Quincy, MA
5x8 hrs

$135K-155K/year

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Soldotna, AK
5x8 hrs, Days

$61-73/hour

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Manager, Skilled Nursing

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Manager, Skilled Nursing

Home Health - Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
5x8 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$72/hour

5x8

Sign-On Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Nursing Manager Jobs Salary Insights

Average Nursing Manager Salary

$54.72/hour

The average salary for a Nursing Manager is $54.72 per hour. This is 12% higher than the nursing US average of $48.27.

Last updated on August 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Nursing Manager Jobs FAQs

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, August 11th 2026, Vivian has 22 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $62 per hour on average, and up to $93 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, August 11th 2026, Vivian has 249 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,904 per hour on average, and up to $5,300 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Where can I learn more about working as a Nursing Manager?

Take a look at Vivian's Nursing Manager Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Which certifications are best for Nursing Managers?

Some healthcare employers may prefer nursing manager job candidates with Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML), Certified Executive in Nursing Practice (CENP), Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) or Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC), and some may even require specific professional certifications.

How does having a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) increase my value as a Nursing Managers job candidate?

Having a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) validates your knowledge and skills as a nursing managers and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.

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