Average Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary

$2,021/week

The average salary for a Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse in North Carolina is $2,021 per week. This is 10% lower than the US average of $2,214.

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on 3 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages

$2,021/week

North Carolina

10% lower than the US average.

$2,214/week

United States

How does the pay for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses in North Carolina compare to nearby states?

Kentucky pays Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses the most, averaging $2,562 per week, followed by Ohio ($2,366) and Pennsylvania ($2,256). Pennsylvania has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,991. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses is $2,021 per week — Kentucky pays 27% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Kentucky$2,562$2,604
Ohio$2,366$2,830
Pennsylvania$2,256$2,991
Georgia$2,059$2,700
Maryland$1,989$1,989
Tennessee$1,922$1,954
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs in North Carolina?

Coast Medical Service pays Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses the most, averaging $2,645 per week, followed by VyTalent Solutions ($2,268) and Jackson Nurse Professionals ($2,004). For comparison, the North Carolina average for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses is $2,021 per week — Coast Medical Service pays 31% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Coast Medical Service$2,645$2,645
VyTalent Solutions$2,268$2,268
Jackson Nurse Professionals$2,004$2,004
Voca Healthcare$1,897$1,897
Medical Talent$1,756$1,756

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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