Average PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary

$78.53/hour

The average salary for a PreOp / PACU Nurse in Washington is $78.53 per hour. This is 32% higher than the US average of $53.46.

Last updated on February 4, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

PreOp / PACU Nurse salaries in Washington compared to National Averages

$78.53/hour

Washington

32% higher than the US average.

$53.46/hour

United States

How does the pay for PreOp / PACU Nurses in Washington compare to nearby states?

Only Colorado reports pay data for PreOp / PACU Nurses, averaging $57 per hour. Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Washington average for PreOp / PACU Nurses is $79 per hour — Colorado pays 28% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Colorado$57$60

Last updated on February 4, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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