As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Oregon is $87,579, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,684 weekly, or $7,298 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 Oregon vary widely, spanning from $78,672 to $101,884. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,917) and 75th percentile ($95,067), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,884 per year. This $12,150 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, Oregon step down nurse often earn 1.6% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 14 companies. However, Oregon currently ranks 15 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 $78,672 OR July 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $82,917 OR July 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $87,579 OR July 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $95,067 OR July 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $101,884 OR July 01, 2026
25% $82,917 10% $78,672 90% $101,884 75% $95,067 $87,579 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 Clackamas, OR Avg. Salary $99,957 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Oregon City, OR Avg. Salary $99,223 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Adams, OR Avg. Salary $93,795 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Adel, OR Avg. Salary $92,711 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Adrian, OR Avg. Salary $91,158 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Agness, OR Avg. Salary $92,157 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Albany, OR Avg. Salary $95,590 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Allegany, OR Avg. Salary $92,268 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alsea, OR Avg. Salary $93,964 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alvadore, OR Avg. Salary $95,111 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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