As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Nevada is $85,423, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,643 weekly, or $7,119 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for step down nurse in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for step down nurse in Nevada vary widely, spanning from $76,436 to $99,415. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($80,719) and 75th percentile ($92,747), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,415 per year. This $12,028 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, Nevada step down nurse often earn 1.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 14 companies. However, Nevada currently ranks 20 nationwide for step down nurse job salary. 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 $76,436 NV February 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $80,719 NV February 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $85,423 NV February 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $92,747 NV February 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $99,415 NV February 01, 2026
25% $80,719 10% $76,436 90% $99,415 75% $92,747 $85,423 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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Sun Valley, NV Avg. Salary $93,710 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alamo, NV Avg. Salary $90,400 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Amargosa Valley, NV Avg. Salary $90,400 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Austin, NV Avg. Salary $92,195 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Baker, NV Avg. Salary $88,099 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Battle Mountain, NV Avg. Salary $92,195 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Beatty, NV Avg. Salary $90,400 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Blue Diamond, NV Avg. Salary $91,241 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Boulder City, NV Avg. Salary $90,493 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Bunkerville, NV Avg. Salary $90,400 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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