How much do staff Surgical Stepdown Nurse jobs pay per hour in Tennessee?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, April 8th 2026, the average hourly Surgical Stepdown Nurse salary in Tennessee is $26 per hour but can pay up to $38 per hour.

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Charge Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett
Bartlett, TN
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Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett
Bartlett, TN
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$31+/hour

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New Graduate RN Residency

NorthCrest Medical Center
Springfield, TN

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New Graduate RN Residency Program

TriStar Summit Medical Center
Hermitage, TN

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New Graduate Registered Nurse Resident

TriStar Horizon Medical Center
Dickson, TN

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New Graduate RN Residency Program

TriStar Horizon Medical Center
Dickson, TN

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New Graduate Registered Nurse Resident

TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center
Hendersonville, TN

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New Graduate RN Residency Program

Parkridge Medical Center
Chattanooga, TN

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New Graduate RN Resident

Parkridge Medical Center
Chattanooga, TN

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New Graduate RN Residency Program

Parkridge Medical Center
Chattanooga, TN

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New Graduate RN Residency

Parkridge Medical Center
Chattanooga, TN

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Registered Nurse – Skilled Nursing

Signature HealthCARE of Monteagle Rehab & Wellness Center
Manchester, TN

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Registered Nurse – Skilled Nursing

Signature HealthCARE of Monteagle Rehab & Wellness Center
Estill Springs, TN

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Registered Nurse – Skilled Nursing

Signature HealthCARE of Monteagle Rehab & Wellness Center
Gruetli Laager, TN

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Registered Nurse – Skilled Nursing

Signature HealthCARE of Monteagle Rehab & Wellness Center
Jasper, TN

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Registered Nurse – Skilled Nursing

Signature HealthCARE of Monteagle Rehab & Wellness Center
Belvidere, TN

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Registered Nurse – Skilled Nursing

Signature HealthCARE of Monteagle Rehab & Wellness Center
Cowan, TN

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Registered Nurse – Skilled Nursing

Signature HealthCARE of Monteagle Rehab & Wellness Center
Tracy City, TN

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Signature HealthCARE of Monteagle Rehab & Wellness Center
Hillsboro, TN

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Signature HealthCARE of Monteagle Rehab & Wellness Center
Viola, TN

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Tennessee Stepdown Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary

$33.02/hour

The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in Tennessee is $33.02 per hour. This is 63% lower than the US average of $53.95.

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

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Tennessee Stepdown Nurse Jobs FAQs

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 8th 2026, Vivian has 6 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $46 per hour on average, and up to $48 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 8th 2026, Vivian has 438 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $1,977 per hour on average, and up to $2,945 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Where can I learn more about working as a Surgical Stepdown Nurse?

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

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