As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Ackerman, MS is $74,712, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,437 weekly, or $6,226 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for step down nurse in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for step down nurse in Ackerman, MS vary widely, spanning from $67,011 to $86,924. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,681) and 75th percentile ($81,105), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,924 per year. This $10,424 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Accountability or Staff Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Ackerman step down nurse often earn 2.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
step down nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile step down nurse Salary $67,011 Ackerman, MS May 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $70,681 Ackerman, MS May 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $74,712 Ackerman, MS May 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $81,105 Ackerman, MS May 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $86,924 Ackerman, MS May 01, 2026
25% $70,681 10% $67,011 90% $86,924 75% $81,105 $74,712 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a step down nurse ?

A step-down nurse, also known as a progressive care nurse, provides specialized care for patients who require closer monitoring than those in a general medical-surgical unit but do not need intensive care. Responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, administering medications, managing intravenous lines, and collaborating with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans. Step-down nurses often monitor vital signs, perform diagnostic tests, and educate patients and families about health management. The salary for step-down nurses varies based on factors such as experience, lo...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of step down nurse in Ackerman, MS. The base salary for step down nurse ranges from $70,681 to $81,105 with the average base salary of $74,712. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $74,406 to $90,271 with the average total cash compensation of $81,545.

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About Ackerman, Mississippi    Ackerman is a town in Choctaw County, Mississippi, United States. The population was 1,510 at the 2010 census, down from 1,696 at the 2000 census. It ....More

Ackerman, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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