Lead Practice Nurse Salary in San Jose, California

How much does a Lead Practice Nurse make in San Jose, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Practice Nurse in San Jose, CA is $161,478. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $139,397 to a high of $188,357, with most professionals earning between $149,920 and $175,548.

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$149,920 to $175,548

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What is a Lead Practice Nurse?

A Lead Practice Nurse is responsible for overseeing the nursing staff within a healthcare practice, ensuring that they provide high-quality patient care and adhere to all clinical protocols and standards. They may also be involved in developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures, as well as providing training and support to the nursing team. Additionally, they may be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the nursing department, including scheduling, budgeting, and performance evaluations. The Lead Practice Nurse plays a crucial role in promoting a positive and efficient work environment while ensuring the delivery of excellent patient care.

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What does a Lead Practice Nurse do?

Common responsibilities of a Lead Practice Nurse

Ensure compliance with infection control and safety protocols.

September 01, 2023

Oversee and coordinate the day-to-day clinical operations of the nursing team.

September 10, 2023

Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to nursing staff.

September 10, 2023

Serve as a resource for nursing staff, providing support and guidance on complex patient cases.

September 23, 2023

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care.

September 28, 2023

Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures in accordance with best practices and regulatory requirements.

October 06, 2023

Provide leadership and guidance to other nurses and healthcare staff.

October 10, 2023

Act as a liaison between nursing staff and management, communicating any issues or concerns.

October 10, 2023

Participate in the recruitment and training of new nursing staff.

November 05, 2023

Monitor and maintain nursing supplies and equipment.

November 26, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Lead Practice Nurse in San Jose, CA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

149920

175548

161478

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

150441

176126

161980

What is the average salary for Lead Practice Nurse in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Practice Nurse in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Lead Practice Nurse ranges from $149,920 to $175,548 with the average base salary of $161,478. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $150,441 to $176,126 with the average total cash compensation of $161,980.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$161,478	$149,920 - $175,548
Bonus	$502	$521 - $579
Total Pay	$161,980	$150,441 - $176,126

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Lead Practice Nurse Salary Near San Jose, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Clara, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $149,920 - $175,548	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Santa Cruz, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $132,804 - $155,506	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $149,635 - $175,214	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $144,916 - $169,688	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $145,154 - $169,966	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $148,446 - $173,822	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA

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About San Jose, California

San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 180.0 sq mi (466 km2), of which 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km2) (1.91%) is water, making it the fourth-largest California city by land area (after Los Angeles, San Diego and California City). San Jose lies between the San Andreas Fault, the source of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and the Calaveras Fault. San Jose is shaken by moderate earthquakes on average one or two times a year. These quakes originate just east of the city on...

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