By: NursingLink.com

Job Description

Nurse Administrators are responsible for overseeing the nursing staff of particular nursing units or entire hospitals. This specialty also includes First-line Managers/Head Nurses, Nurse Supervisors, and Nurse Administrators.

Median Salary

$72,000 (First-line Manager); $64,000 (Nurse Manager, Head Nurse); $55,000 (Nurse Supervisor); $45,000 (Nurse Administrator)

Education Requirements

RN license plus BSN, MSN, or Ph.D in Nursing

Job Outlook

As the nursing industry grows, the need for nurse administrators may increase to meet demand.