Average Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Salary

$58.87/hour

The average salary for a Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse is $58.87 per hour. This is 34% higher than the nursing US average of $38.80.

Last updated on March 18, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages

$58.87/hour

34% higher than the nursing US average.

$38.80/hour

United States

Where do Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurses get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Massachusetts$61$66
New York$60$77
Colorado$38$40
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Baylor Scott & White Health$45$45
HCA Florida Healthcare$34$34

Last updated on March 18, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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