Salary Guide for Nurses in the Washington DC Area

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Are you looking for your next nursing job in the Washington DC area? Before you apply, you may want to know the average salaries for the area and how to get top dollar for your skills. Here is a basic salary guide to help you understand rates and negotiations in the areas around the U.S. capital. For more in-depth salary information, we encourage you to research using tools such as Salary.com.

LPN

As of June 2019, the average salary for LPNs in DC was just over $53,000 annually. The range most professionals see in the area is $48,000 and $60,000. Of course, your specific education level and years of experience will influence the rates of pay.

The base pay may also be affected by the benefits available by your specific employer and the environment where you’re working.

Registered Nurse

Within Washington DC, the average annual salary for RNs is around $90,000. The further from the city you go, into areas of Virginia and Maryland, you’ll see salaries closer to the $80,000 range.

It’s important to note that the average salaries for registered nurses in DC is above the national average. That’s why it’s important to include the region in your research when determining your salary goals.

General and Specialty

You should also know that there will be major salary differences for those with a general nursing background and those who specialize. There are a number of specializations in demand throughout DC, including:

  • Critical Care
  • Oncology
  • Cardiac
  • Neonatal

And more. Your specialization will influence the type of salary, so including this in your research and negotiations is critical.

Hospital and Other Facilities

Rates of pay will also depend on the kind of facility where you’re working. Private practices, for instance, can often pay more than hospitals. Other facilities, such as rehabilitation or long-term care facilities, may also have different salary expectations.

The more you prepare for your interview process and salary negotiations; the better position you’ll be in to earn what you are worth.

Work With a Top Healthcare Staffing Agency in Washington DC

Do you want to know more about salaries for nursing jobs in DC? Contact NRI Staffing today to work with a leading healthcare staffing agency in Washington DC to see how we can help.

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