Operating Room (CNOR) Nurse Salary
Perioperative (operating room) nurses are registered nurses, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a median registered-nurse wage of $93,600 as of May 2024 (lowest 10% under $66,030; top 10% over $135,320). In the OR, factors like call requirements, experience, and certification shape pay.
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- How much do OR nurses make?
- As registered nurses, the BLS median is $93,600 per year (May 2024), with most between about $66,030 and $135,320. Perioperative pay varies with experience, call requirements, and region.
- Does the CNOR certification affect pay?
- The CNOR is the recognized perioperative credential; many employers value or reward it and it can support advancement, though the BLS does not publish a separate OR-nurse figure.
- Is it a stable specialty?
- Yes. Steady surgical volume keeps demand for perioperative nurses consistent.
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