Periop Nurse Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

How much does a Periop Nurse make in Lafayette, LA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Periop Nurse in Lafayette, LA is $81,431. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $65,775 to a high of $97,942, with most professionals earning between $73,236 and $90,074.

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What is a Periop Nurse?

A Periop Nurse, also known as a Perioperative Nurse, is responsible for providing nursing care to patients before, during, and after surgical procedures. They work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients receive the highest quality care and support throughout the perioperative process. Periop Nurses are responsible for assessing patients' health status, preparing them for surgery, monitoring their vital signs during the procedure, and providing post-operative care and education. They also play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and sterile surgical environment and assisting with surgical procedures as needed. Additionally, Periop Nurses may also be involved in patient advocacy, patient and family education, and quality improvement initiatives within the perioperative setting.

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What does a Periop Nurse do?

Common responsibilities of a Periop Nurse

Monitor vital signs and provide post-operative care and support.

September 05, 2023

Assist with surgical procedures by providing instruments and supplies as needed.

September 10, 2023

Assess and monitor patients before, during, and after surgical procedures.

September 11, 2023

Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure a safe and efficient operating room environment.

September 12, 2023

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and outcomes.

September 22, 2023

Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.

October 03, 2023

Communicate with other healthcare team members to coordinate patient care.

October 11, 2023

Administer medications and anesthesia as directed by the surgical team.

October 25, 2023

Assist with positioning and preparing patients for surgery.

November 10, 2023

Educate patients and their families about pre-operative and post-operative care.

November 25, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Periop Nurse in Lafayette, LA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

73236

90074

81431

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

73343

90119

81492

What is the average salary for Periop Nurse in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Periop Nurse in Lafayette, LA. The base salary for Periop Nurse ranges from $73,236 to $90,074 with the average base salary of $81,431. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,343 to $90,119 with the average total cash compensation of $81,492.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$81,431	$73,236 - $90,074
Bonus	$60	$107 - $46
Total Pay	$81,492	$73,343 - $90,119

* 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.

Periop Nurse Salary Near Lafayette, LA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE New Iberia, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,790 - $89,525	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Baton Rouge, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $75,469 - $92,819	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Houma, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,976 - $95,904	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,769 - $89,499	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Alexandria, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,148 - $87,506	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE La Place, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,846 - $95,743	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA

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About Lafayette, Louisiana

Lafayette is located at 30°13′N 92°2′W / 30.217°N 92.033°W / 30.217; -92.033 (30.2139, −92.0294) and has an elevation of 36 feet (11.0 m). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 49.2 square miles (127 km2), of which 49.1 square miles (127 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km2) (0.19%) is water. Lafayette is located on the West Gulf Coastal Plain. The site was part of the seabed during the earlier Quaternary Period. During this time, the Mississippi River cut a 325-foot-deep (99 m) valley between what is now Lafayette and Baton Rouge. This valley was...

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