Post Anesthesia Care Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Post Anesthesia Care Nurse Salary
$39.64/hour
The average salary for a Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Tennessee is $39.64 per hour. This is 34% lower than the US average of $53.17.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Post Anesthesia Care Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$39.64/hour
Tennessee
34% lower than the US average.
$53.17/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Post Anesthesia Care Nurses?
Smyrna, Tennessee pays Post Anesthesia Care Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Hendersonville, Tennessee ($40) and Franklin, Tennessee ($39). Smyrna, Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Post Anesthesia Care Nurses is $40 per hour — Smyrna, Tennessee pays 11% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $44 | $45 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Murfreesboro, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Nashville, Tennessee | $37 | $40 |
How does the pay for Post Anesthesia Care Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Post Anesthesia Care Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($52) and Georgia ($48). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Post Anesthesia Care Nurses is $40 per hour — Virginia pays 42% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $56 | $62 |
| North Carolina | $52 | $58 |
| Georgia | $48 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Post Anesthesia Care Nurse jobs in Tennessee?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Post Anesthesia Care Nurses the most, averaging $36 per hour, followed by Tenet Memphis ($34). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $42. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Post Anesthesia Care Nurses is $40 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 9% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $36 | $42 |
| Tenet Memphis | $34 | $34 |
Last updated on November 12, 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) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Physicians Pavilion Surgery Center
- Smyrna, TN
$38-45/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center
- Smyrna, TN
$38-45/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- TriStar Centennial Medical Center
- Franklin, TN
$35-40/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- TriStar Skyline Medical Center
- Franklin, TN
$35-40/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- TriStar Centennial Medical Center
- Murfreesboro, TN
$34-40/hour
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