As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Head Nurse - Occupational Health in the United States is $132,848. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $118,494 to $153,076, with most professionals earning between $105,425 and $171,494.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $153,076 | $12,756 | $2,944 | $74 |
| Average | $132,848 | $11,071 | $2,555 | $64 |
| 25th Percentile | $118,494 | $9,874 | $2,279 | $57 |
An entry-level Head Nurse - Occupational Health with less than 1 year of experience earns about $125,858. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $126,492. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $128,607. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $131,146, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $136,211.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Head Nurse - Occupational Health | $125,858 |
| Intermediate Level Head Nurse - Occupational Health | $126,492 |
| Senior Level Head Nurse - Occupational Health | $128,607 |
| Specialist Level Head Nurse - Occupational Health | $131,146 |
| Expert Level Head Nurse - Occupational Health | $136,211 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 5% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 1% |
| Experienced | 3% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Head Nurse - Occupational Health compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $97,686 in 2023 to approximately $96,706 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Head Nurse - Occupational Health salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $132,848 | 67.6% | ||
| Bonus | $9,808 | 5.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $10,913 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $5,706 | 2.9% | ||
| Disability | $2,853 | 1.5% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,374 | 3.2% | ||
| Pension | $7,846 | 4.0% | ||
| Time Off | $20,301 | 10.3% | ||
| Total Compensation | $196,649 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 6.6% |
| Associates | 28.1% |
| Bachelors | 49.6% |
| Masters | 15.7% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Head Nurse - Occupational Health is $132,848. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Head Nurse - Occupational Health is $64; the average weekly pay of Head Nurse - Occupational Health is $2,555; the average monthly pay of Head Nurse - Occupational Health is $11,071.
A Head Nurse - Occupational Health's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Head Nurse - Occupational Health earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Head Nurse - Occupational Health is $166,724.
The highest pay for Head Nurse - Occupational Health is $171,494.
The lowest pay for Head Nurse - Occupational Health is $105,425.
Head Nurse - Occupational Health directs nursing service activities for occupational health services. Develops and conducts training programs to promote employee safety in the workplace. Being a Head Nurse - Occupational Health conducts regular inspections of facilities and equipment to identify any health or safety hazards. Maintains records, investigates accidents and injuries, prepares appropriate reports for OSHA, and ensures compliance with all occupational health, safety, and environmental rules and regulations. Additionally, Head Nurse - Occupational Health coordinates the procurement, review, and project management of contracts and service agreements with outside vendors. Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse - Occupational Health 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. To be a Head Nurse - Occupational Health typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
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