Nurse Leader Salary in Helena, Montana

How much does a Nurse Leader make in Helena, MT?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nurse Leader in Helena, MT is $109,912. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $100,151 to $121,029, with most professionals earning between $91,263 and $131,151.

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What is a Nurse Leader?

A Nurse Leader is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the nursing staff within a healthcare facility. They are tasked with providing guidance, support, and mentorship to the nursing team, as well as ensuring that all nursing practices and procedures are in line with industry standards and regulations. Nurse Leaders also play a key role in developing and implementing new policies and protocols, as well as managing the day-to-day operations of the nursing department. Additionally, they are responsible for fostering a positive and collaborative work environment, as well as promoting the delivery of high-quality patient care. Overall, Nurse Leaders are instrumental in driving the success and effectiveness of the nursing team within a healthcare organization.

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Common responsibilities of a Nurse Leader

Advocate for nursing staff and patients within the healthcare organization and in the community.

September 05, 2023

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.

September 13, 2023

Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures to ensure high-quality patient care.

October 01, 2023

Provide guidance and support to nursing staff, including mentoring and coaching.

October 06, 2023

Serve as a liaison between nursing staff and hospital administration to address concerns and improve communication.

October 08, 2023

Lead and facilitate team meetings to discuss patient care, departmental goals, and quality improvement initiatives.

October 20, 2023

Participate in the hiring and training of new nursing staff.

October 21, 2023

Stay current with healthcare trends and best practices in nursing leadership.

October 24, 2023

Monitor and evaluate the performance of nursing staff to ensure compliance with standards of care.

October 29, 2023

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursing department, including staffing and scheduling.

November 23, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Nurse Leader in Helena, MT

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

100151

121029

109912

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

100971

122909

111104

What is the average salary for Nurse Leader in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nurse Leader in Helena, MT. The base salary for Nurse Leader ranges from $100,151 to $121,029 with the average base salary of $109,912. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $100,971 to $122,909 with the average total cash compensation of $111,104.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$109,912	$100,151 - $121,029
Bonus	$1,192	$821 - $1,880
Total Pay	$111,104	$100,971 - $122,909

* 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.

Nurse Leader Salary Near Helena, MT

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Great Falls, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,499 - $122,659	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Butte, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,327 - $117,617	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Belgrade, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,327 - $117,617	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Missoula, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,327 - $117,617	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Bozeman, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,327 - $117,617	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Kalispell, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,209 - $124,726	COMPARE TO Helena, MT

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About Helena, Montana

Helena (/ˈhɛlɪnə/) is the state capital of the U.S. state of Montana and the county seat of Lewis and Clark County. Helena was founded as a gold camp during the Montana gold rush, and was established in 1864. Over $3.6 billion of gold was extracted in the city limits over a duration of two decades, making it one of the wealthiest cities in the United States by the late nineteenth century. The concentration of wealth contributed to the city's prominent, elaborate Victorian architecture. At the 2010 census Helena's population was 28,190, making it the fifth least populous state capital in the Un...

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