As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for step down nurse in Springfield, MO is $76,504, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,471 weekly, or $6,375 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 Springfield, MO vary widely, spanning from $68,618 to $89,009. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($72,376) and 75th percentile ($83,050), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,009 per year. This $10,674 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, Springfield step down nurse often earn 6.7% lower than national averages. However, Springfield currently ranks 773 statewide 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 $68,618 Springfield, MO May 01, 2026
25th Percentile step down nurse Salary $72,376 Springfield, MO May 01, 2026
50th Percentile step down nurse Salary $76,504 Springfield, MO May 01, 2026
75th Percentile step down nurse Salary $83,050 Springfield, MO May 01, 2026
90th Percentile step down nurse Salary $89,009 Springfield, MO May 01, 2026
25% $72,376 10% $68,618 90% $89,009 75% $83,050 $76,504 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
Change Search Criteria
Check out step down nurse jobs in Springfield, Missouri

Neuro Step Down (RN) (Full Time)

BJC Healthcare - Country Life Acres, MO

Neuro Step Down (RN) (Full Time) (Days or Nights)

BJC Healthcare - Country Life Acres, MO

Neuro Step Down (RN) (Part Time) (Days or Nights)

BJC Healthcare - Country Life Acres, MO

Search More step down nurse Jobs in Springfield, Missouri

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...

Source: (as of 06/04/2025). Read more from

See user submitted job responsibilities for step down nurse.

Job Openings for step down nurse in Springfield, MO

Understand the total compensation opportunity for a step down nurse, base salary plus other pay elements

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
72376
83050
76504

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
76190
92436
83501
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 Springfield, MO. The base salary for step down nurse ranges from $72,376 to $83,050 with the average base salary of $76,504. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $76,190 to $92,436 with the average total cash compensation of $83,501.

Discover how your pay is adjusted for skills, experience, and other factors

How much should you be paid?

For a real-time salary target, tell us more about your role in the four categories below.

72376
83050

 

About Springfield, Missouri    Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498....More

Springfield, Missouri  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

step down nurse Salary in popular cities: Kansas CitySaint LouisIndependence

Jobs with a similar salary range to step down nurse : Rn Long Term Care, Relationship Management, Linux Server Administrator