Orthopedics Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Orthopedics Nurse Salary
$40.84/hour
The average salary for an Orthopedics Nurse in Tennessee is $40.84 per hour. This is 25% lower than the US average of $51.13.
Last updated on August 24, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Orthopedics Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$40.84/hour
Tennessee
25% lower than the US average.
$51.13/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Orthopedics Nurses?
Smyrna, Tennessee pays Orthopedics Nurses the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Hendersonville, Tennessee ($40) and Franklin, Tennessee ($39). For comparison, the Tennessee average for Orthopedics Nurses is $41 per hour — Smyrna, Tennessee pays 11% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $45 | $45 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Nashville, Tennessee | $36 | $40 |
How does the pay for Orthopedics Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Only Georgia reports pay data for Orthopedics Nurses, averaging $49 per hour. Georgia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Orthopedics Nurses is $41 per hour — Georgia pays 21% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $49 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Orthopedics Nurse jobs in Tennessee?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Orthopedics Nurses the most, averaging $39 per hour, followed by Tenet Memphis ($34). For comparison, the Tennessee average for Orthopedics Nurses is $41 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 5% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $39 | $39 |
| Tenet Memphis | $34 | $34 |
Last updated on August 24, 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) - Acute Care
- TriStar Centennial Medical Center
- Lebanon, TN
$40+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
- Lebanon, TN
$40+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
- Franklin, TN
$35-40/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
- Murfreesboro, TN
$34-40/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics
- Saint Francis Hospital
- Memphis, TN
- Sign-On Bonus
$34+/hour
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