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Assistant Head Nurse

Average Assistant Head Nurse Hourly Pay

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$32.37
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$25.16
MEDIAN
$32.37
90%
$45.27

The average hourly pay for an Assistant Head Nurse is $32.37 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$25 - $45
Bonus
$208 - $8k
Profit Sharing
$102 - $5k
Commission
$981 - $15k
Total Pay
$52k - $95k
Based on 62,031 salary profiles (last updated Apr 05 2023)
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3.7 out of 5
(5,805)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Assistant Head Nurse

Medical
74%
Dental
67%
Vision
60%
None
25%

Gender Breakdown for Assistant Head Nurses

Female
88.2%
Male
10.7%
Prefer to self-define
1.0%
This data is based on 18,648 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Assistant Head Nurses

What is the highest pay for Assistant Head Nurses?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Assistant Head Nurse is $45.27 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Assistant Head Nurses?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Assistant Head Nurse is $25.16 / hour

How can Assistant Head Nurses increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Assistant Head Nurse is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Assistant Head Nurse that oversees more junior Assistant Head Nurses, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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