Occupation ยท SOC 29-1141
Registered Nurses: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of registered nurses typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 3,282,010 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $93,600 ($45.00 an hour).
US employment
3,282,010
Median annual wage
$93,600
Mean annual wage
$98,430
Median hourly wage
$45.00
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychologists, All Other | $117,580 | $23,980 (+25.6%) | 5 | Master's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California326,720
- 2. Texas261,050
- 3. Florida218,100
- 4. New York204,120
- 5. Pennsylvania146,840
- 6. Illinois139,900
- 7. Ohio138,360
- 8. North Carolina108,510
- 9. Michigan104,210
- 10. Georgia97,410
States that pay the most
- 1. California$140,330
- 2. Hawaii$136,320
- 3. Oregon$123,990
- 4. Washington$112,180
- 5. Alaska$110,690
- 6. New York$105,600
- 7. District of Columbia$104,550
- 8. New Jersey$102,730
- 9. Nevada$101,990
- 10. Massachusetts$101,970
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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