Salaried nurse specialists earn an average of $139,000 a year, while hourly nurse specialists earn an average of $154,000, according to Medscape's 2023 "APRN Compensation Report," published Nov. 14.
The report is based on a survey of 2,804 advanced practice registered nurses.
In addition, 50% of APRNs take on extra clinical roles or side jobs to supplement their yearly earnings.
Six key ways APRNs supplement their earnings:
1. Worked extra shifts/overtime weekends/extra holidays: 23%
2. Worked a second job or another income-producing activity (non-nursing): 13%
3. Worked "on-call" shifts: 11%
4. Acted as a preceptor: 9%
5. Taught classes: 8%
6. Took charge nurse responsibilities: 2%