How much does a surgery nurse make?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for surgical nurses was $84,050 in May 2020. The lowest 10% of surgical nurses earned less than $59,710, while the highest 10% earned more than $115,850.

Surgical nurses earn different salaries depending on several factors, including:

* Education and experience: Surgical nurses with more education and experience typically earn higher salaries.

* Location: The cost of living in a particular area can affect surgical nurses' salaries. Surgical nurses in areas with a high cost of living typically earn higher salaries than nurses in areas with a lower cost of living.

* Hospital type: Surgical nurses who work in large teaching hospitals or Level I trauma centers typically earn higher salaries than nurses who work in smaller community hospitals or clinics.

* Shift work: Surgical nurses who work evening, night, or weekend shifts typically earn higher salaries than nurses who work during the day.

Surgical nurses may also receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, overtime pay, and health insurance.