How much does a Head of Nursing make in the United States? The average Head of Nursing salary in the United States is $256,615 as of November 27, 2023, but the range typically falls between $219,359 and $298,426. 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. 

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Head of Nursing Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Head of Nursing Salary $185,440 US November 27, 2023
25th Percentile Head of Nursing Salary $219,359 US November 27, 2023
50th Percentile Head of Nursing Salary $256,615 US November 27, 2023
75th Percentile Head of Nursing Salary $298,426 US November 27, 2023
90th Percentile Head of Nursing Salary $336,493 US November 27, 2023
25% $219,359 10% $185,440 90% $336,493 75% $298,426 $256,615 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Head of Nursing plans and directs all nursing personnel. Develops and implements nursing policies, objectives, and initiatives. Being a Head of Nursing reviews nursing department operations to ensure compliance with established standards. Ensures that all patients receive the highest quality care. Additionally, Head of Nursing requires a master's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to top management. The Head of Nursing manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Head of Nursing typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)... View full job description

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City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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