Registered Nurse salary in Tennessee
The median registered nurse in Tennessee earns $38.00 an hour, or $79,030 a year. That’s $7.00 below the national median, ranking #43 of 51.
- Median hourly$38.00
- Median yearly$79,030
- Bottom 10% earn under$28.63/hr
- Top 10% earn over$49.06/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$39.43
- RNs employed67,990
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Tennessee, occupation 29-1141. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all RNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Tennessee
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $26.22/hr | $54,530/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $17.67/hr | $36,750/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $52.12/hr | $108,420/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open RN jobs in Tennessee
- Registered Nurse - Inpatient Mental Health E2Veterans Health AdministrationJohnson City, TN$67k–$126k/yrRNPsychFull-timeCloses Nov 12, 2026
- Registered Nurse-Float PoolVeterans Health AdministrationJohnson City, TN$67k–$126k/yrRNPer diem / PRNCloses Nov 10, 2026
- Pediatric Oncology Nurse II: Kay 5 nightsSt. Jude Children's Research HospitalMemphis, TN$31.50–$55/hrRNPediatricsPart-timeNights
- Registered NurseCVS Health / MinuteClinicMemphis, TN$54k–$117k/yrRNFull-time
- Nurse (Clinical)Military Health System (DHA)Fort Campbell, TN$85k–$106k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Nov 6, 2026
- *Premium Pay $75/hr* Registered Nurse, Cardiac & Vascular Stepdown, Day or Night Shift, TempForce - VUHVanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, TN$65–$75/hrRNCardiacFlexible / otherNightsDays