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Maternity Nurse (RN)

Average Maternity Nurse (RN) Salary in South Africa

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R249,845
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 19k
MEDIAN
ZAR 250k
75%
ZAR 292k

The average salary for a Maternity Nurse (RN) is R249,845 in 2025

Base Salary
R19k - R292k
Bonus
R302 - R23k
Total Pay
R20k - R304k
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated Aug 20 2024)
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What Do Maternity Nurse (RN)s Do?

Maternity Nurse (RN) Tasks
  • Assess comprehensive patient and family needs.
  • Identify outcomes based on the needs assessment.
  • Coordinate the care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and the immediate stabilization of the newborn following delivery.
  • Monitor progress of laboring patients and modify the plan of care as needed.
  • Establish care plans.
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Common Health Benefits for a Maternity Nurse (RN)

Medical
50%
Dental
50%
Vision
50%
None
50%

Gender Breakdown for Maternity Nurse (RN)s

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 1 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Maternity Nurse (RN)s

What is the highest pay for Maternity Nurse (RN)s?

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How can Maternity Nurse (RN)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Maternity Nurse (RN) 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 a Maternity Nurse (RN) that oversees more junior Maternity Nurse (RN)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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