Nursing Administrator Salary in Sioux City, IA

How much does a Nursing Administrator make in Sioux City, IA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nursing Administrator in Sioux City, IA is $121,592. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $106,890 to $141,707, with most professionals earning between $93,504 and $160,019.

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What is a Nursing Administrator?

A Nursing Administrator is responsible for overseeing the nursing staff and ensuring that they provide high-quality patient care. They are in charge of managing the nursing department, including staffing, budgeting, and scheduling. Nursing Administrators also collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement policies and procedures to improve patient care and safety. Additionally, they may be involved in hiring and training new nursing staff, as well as evaluating their performance. Overall, Nursing Administrators play a crucial role in ensuring that the nursing department operates efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of patients and the healthcare facility.

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What does a Nursing Administrator do?

Common responsibilities of a Nursing Administrator

Collaborate with other healthcare administrators to coordinate and improve patient care services.

September 03, 2023

Participate in strategic planning and decision-making for the overall healthcare facility.

September 11, 2023

Ensure that nursing staff are properly trained and equipped to handle emergency situations.

September 17, 2023

Manage the budget for nursing services, including staffing, equipment, and supplies.

October 03, 2023

Stay up-to-date on healthcare regulations and best practices to ensure compliance and quality care.

October 12, 2023

Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with regulations.

October 26, 2023

Serve as a liaison between nursing staff and other departments within the healthcare facility.

October 29, 2023

Monitor and analyze nursing performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.

October 30, 2023

Handle patient and family complaints and concerns related to nursing care.

November 21, 2023

Oversee and manage the nursing staff, including hiring, training, and evaluating performance.

November 26, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Nursing Administrator in Sioux City, IA

Average Base Salary

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106890

141707

121592

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

108103

146959

123701

What is the average salary for Nursing Administrator in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nursing Administrator in Sioux City, IA. The base salary for Nursing Administrator ranges from $106,890 to $141,707 with the average base salary of $121,592. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $108,103 to $146,959 with the average total cash compensation of $123,701.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$121,592	$106,890 - $141,707
Bonus	$2,109	$1,213 - $5,252
Total Pay	$123,701	$108,103 - $146,959

* 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.

Nursing Administrator Salary Near Sioux City, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Norfolk, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $105,820 - $140,288	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Fremont, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,731 - $146,799	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Sioux Falls, SD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,948 - $143,110	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Omaha, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,694 - $149,400	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Council Bluffs, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,694 - $149,400	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Bellevue, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,694 - $149,400	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA

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About Sioux City, Iowa

Sioux City (/suː/) is a city in Woodbury and Plymouth counties in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Iowa. The population was 82,684 in the 2010 census, which makes it the fourth largest city in Iowa. The bulk of the city is in Woodbury County, of which it is the county seat, though a small portion is in Plymouth County. Sioux City is located at the navigational head of the Missouri River. The city is home to several cultural points of interest including the Sioux City Public Museum, Sioux City Art Center and Sergeant Floyd Monument, which is a National Historic Landmark. The city is ...

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