Trauma ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Trauma ICU Nurse Salary
$38.55/hour
The average salary for a Trauma ICU Nurse in Tennessee is $38.55 per hour. This is 27% lower than the US average of $49.13.
Last updated on September 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Trauma ICU Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$38.55/hour
Tennessee
27% lower than the US average.
$49.13/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Trauma ICU Nurses?
Smyrna, Tennessee pays Trauma ICU Nurses the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Springfield, Tennessee ($42) and Franklin, Tennessee ($39). For comparison, the Tennessee average for Trauma ICU Nurses is $39 per hour — Smyrna, Tennessee pays 18% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $45 | $45 |
| Springfield, Tennessee | $42 | $42 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Murfreesboro, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Nashville, Tennessee | $36 | $40 |
How does the pay for Trauma ICU Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Trauma ICU Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($50) and Georgia ($46). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Trauma ICU Nurses is $39 per hour — Missouri pays 32% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $51 | $58 |
| North Carolina | $50 | $58 |
| Georgia | $46 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Trauma ICU Nurse jobs in Tennessee?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Trauma ICU Nurses the most, averaging $37 per hour, followed by Tenet Memphis ($34). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Trauma ICU Nurses is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 4% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $37 | $45 |
| Tenet Memphis | $34 | $34 |
Last updated on September 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care Float
- NorthCrest Medical Center
- Springfield, TN
$42+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care Float
- NorthCrest Medical Center
- Springfield, TN
$42+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
- Parkridge Medical Center
- Chattanooga, TN
$39+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
- Parkridge Medical Center
- Chattanooga, TN
$39+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma ICU
- TriStar Skyline Medical Center
- Franklin, TN
$35-40/hour
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