Average Transplant Nurse Salary

$56.20/hour

The average salary for a Transplant Nurse is $56.20 per hour. This is 13% higher than the nursing US average of $48.91.

Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Transplant Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages

$56.20/hour

13% higher than the nursing US average.

$48.91/hour

United States

Where do Transplant Nurses get paid the most?

Only Texas reports pay data for Transplant Nurses, averaging $49 per hour. Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the national average for Transplant Nurses is $56 per hour — Texas pays 13% less.

StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Texas$49$60
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Transplant Nurse jobs?

UW Health pays Transplant Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Tampa General Hospital ($46) and Perm Staff Jobs ($45). Perm Staff Jobs has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the national average for Transplant Nurses is $56 per hour — UW Health pays 10% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
UW Health$50$50
Tampa General Hospital$46$46
Perm Staff Jobs$45$53
BJC HealthCare$44$47

Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Transplant Nurse FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Transplant RN?

Earning your Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) or Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse (CCTN) often increases your salary potential as a transplant nurse or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) boost my salary as a Transplant RN?

Yes, having a Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a transplant nurse.

Can having a Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse (CCTN) boost my salary as a Transplant RN?

Yes, having a Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse (CCTN) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a transplant nurse.

Where can I learn more about working as a Transplant Nurse?

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