The registered nurse salary in Vermont in August 2018, according to indeed.com, was $75,794. These salary figures were 8% above the average nationwide RN salary. The employment statistics (as of May 2017) of the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicated that the mean annual and per hour earnings of these workers were $69,560 and $33.44, respectively. In that year, 6,270 RNs were working in the state which indicates that employment per thousand jobs was 20.538. This field guarantees jobs even in crisis and gives you the option to explore different areas. If you want to attain heights in nursing, you will have to attend recognized program school in order to gain the higher level of certifications.
Yearly RN Salary in Vermont (VT) on Different Percentile Brackets
- Per year salary of 90% RNs was below $95,160; 10% were compensated more than $95,160.
- 75% took home less than $79,870 per annum; the rest 25% of registered nurses enjoyed more than $79,870.
- 50% of the employees were salaried less than $66,420; 50% were paid an annual pay of more than $66,420.
- The yearly income of 25% of RNs was below $57,290; 75% made over $57,290.
- The paycheck of 10% of registered nurses was less than $52,190; the remaining 90% were paid more than $52,190.
Percentile Bracket | Annual Wages |
|---|---|
90% | $95,160 |
75% | $79,870 |
50% | $66,420 |
25% | $57,290 |
10% | $52,190 |
Information Source- The Bureau of Labor Statistics (as of May 2017)
Salary as per Geographical Location
RN salary in VT does not fluctuate too much in different cities. Except for Rutland, all other cities paid equal remuneration to the registered nurses, i.e., the median weekly pay of $1,234, median annual pay of $64,162, median hourly salary of $31 and median monthly pay of $5,347. The income of these professionals in Rutland was slightly higher with annual earnings of $66,766, the monthly salary of $5,564, weekly earnings of $1,284, and hourly wages of $32.
Name of the City | Median Annual Salary | Median Monthly Salary | Median Weekly Salary | Median Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Burlington | $64,162 | $5,347 | $1,234 | $31 |
Colchester | $64,162 | $5,347 | $1,234 | $31 |
Essex | $64,162 | $5,347 | $1,234 | $31 |
Rutland | $66,766 | $5,564 | $1,284 | $32 |
South Burlington | $64,162 | $5,347 | $1,234 | $31 |
Information Source- salary.com (as of October 2014)
Salary of Professionals with Related Job Positions
Being a vast field, nursing has various job designations. The position you hold depends on your education level and experience. The salaries related to these job titles also vary considerably. For example, in October 2014, RN Outpatient Oncology and Psychiatric Nurses were paid $50,000, while Endoscopy Nurses earned $51,000. The annual salary of Progressive Care Nurses, Pediatric Nurses, and Postpartum Nurses was $52,000. Ambulatory Nurse made earnings of $53,000. Home Health Nurses and Pediatric Operating Room Nurse were paid $54,000, whereas Interventional Radiology Nurses and Renal Dialysis Nurses were remunerated $56,000. Clinical Nurse Managers and RN First Assistants took home $62,000 and $58,000, respectively.
| RN First Assistant | $58,000 |
| Pediatric Operating Room Nurse | $54,000 |
| Interventional Radiology Nurse | $56,000 |
| RN Outpatient Oncology | $50,000 |
| Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab Nurse | $55,000 |
| Psychiatric Nurse | $50,000 |
| Renal Dialysis Nurse | $56,000 |
| Endoscopy Nurse | $51,000 |
| Clinical Nurse Manager | $62,000 |
| Postpartum Nurse | $52,000 |
| Pediatric Nurse | $52,000 |
| Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse | $57,000 |
| Progressive Care Nurse | $52,000 |
| Ambulatory Nurse | $53,000 |
| Home Health Nurse | $54,000 |
Information Source- indeed.com (as of October 2014)
Other Benefits
The other benefits that are given to the registered nurses are as follows:
- Childcare support
- Various memberships related to the organization
- Travel benefits
- Paid time-offs
- Health insurance
- Disability insurance
- Maternity leaves
- Retirement and pension plans
Job Outlook
Due to the increase in population and the number of hospitals and medical settings, the demand for registered nurses has increased manifold in the recent years. The BLS survey report of 2017 also informs that the demand for RNs will grow by 15% between 2016-26. Those nurses who possess experience are preferred over the candidates who have no experience. Nurses who hold a bachelor degree can expect better pay than associate degree holders. The need of nurses remains high even at the time of economical crisis. The distinctive part about this profession is that an individual can earn while pursuing education.
