How much does a Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit make in Little Rock, AR? The average Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit salary in Little Rock, AR is $109,490 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $93,690 and $131,790. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit Salary $79,305 Little Rock,AR May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit Salary $93,690 Little Rock,AR May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit Salary $109,490 Little Rock,AR May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit Salary $131,790 Little Rock,AR May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit Salary $152,093 Little Rock,AR May 28, 2024
25% $93,690 10% $79,305 90% $152,093 75% $131,790 $109,490 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit delegates responsibilities to auxiliary and critical care unit staff nurses; supervises preparation and maintenance of critical care unit patient clinical records, and writes reports on critical care unit staff performance and services rendered. Directs nursing service activities for assigned critical/coronary care unit patients. Being a Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit must be graduate of an accredited nursing program with current state licensure. Maintains pre-set inventory standards for solutions, supplies, medicines and equipment, and keeps track of narcotics. In addition, Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit typically reports to top management. The Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Working as a Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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