Average Vascular Access Nurse Salary

$56.76/hour

The average salary for a Vascular Access Nurse is $56.76 per hour. This is 14% higher than the nursing US average of $48.91.

Last updated on September 18, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Vascular Access Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages

$56.76/hour

14% higher than the nursing US average.

$48.91/hour

United States

Where do Vascular Access Nurses get paid the most?

Only North Carolina reports pay data for Vascular Access Nurses, averaging $48 per hour. North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the national average for Vascular Access Nurses is $57 per hour — North Carolina pays 15% less.

StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
North Carolina$48$58
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Vascular Access Nurse jobs?

Tenet North Cal pays Vascular Access Nurses the most, averaging $74 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($47) and Lee Health ($45). For comparison, the national average for Vascular Access Nurses is $57 per hour — Tenet North Cal pays 30% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Tenet North Cal$74$74
Perm Staff Jobs$47$58
Lee Health$45$45
BJC HealthCare$40$40

Last updated on September 18, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Vascular Access Nurse FAQs

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

Earning your Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC) or Certified Vascular Nurse (CVN) often increases your salary potential as a vascular access nurse or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC) boost my salary as a Vascular Access RN?

Yes, having a Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a vascular access nurse.

Can having a Certified Vascular Nurse (CVN) boost my salary as a Vascular Access RN?

Yes, having a Certified Vascular Nurse (CVN) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a vascular access nurse.

Where can I learn more about working as a Vascular Access Nurse?

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