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Registered Nurse I Ambulatory & Outpatient - Sanger Heart & Vascular
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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Ambulatory and clinic nurse jobs in Charlotte, NC
Pay for registered nurses in the Charlotte area centers on $40.76 per hour, or about $84,780 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.96 and the upper quarter over $49.12. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Charlotte. That ranks 144th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 214th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Charlotte and what they pay.
- $40.76median pay per hour, Charlotte
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 25,440registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 12open roles with published pay
Open Ambulatory and clinic nurse roles in Charlotte
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Registered Nurse I Ambulatory Pediatric Pulmonology
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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Registered Nurse - AH Levine Children's Outpatient Peds GI Clinic FT
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Levine Children's Southpark Pediatric Clinic
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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RN- Atrium Neurology Outpatient Charlotte FT Days
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Atrium Health Levine Children's University Pediatrics Prosperity Crossing Clinic
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Levine Children's Ambulatory Pediatric Pulmonology
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Registered Nurse (RN) - Atrium Health Levine Children's Pediatric Clinic Myers Park
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
RN- Atrium Allergy Outpatient Charlotte Pineville FT Days
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Nurse (RN) - Levine Children's Urology Outpatient Clinic
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
RN - Ambulatory & Outpatient
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
Per diemPosted 16 days ago
RN - Atrium Wound Care Outpatient PRN Charlotte
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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Get my free pay reportRegistered Nurse pay in Charlotte, NC
The metro median is 4% above the North Carolina statewide median of $39.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 25,440 registered nurses employed in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area, 19.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.89).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.28 | $67,140 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.96 | $78,960 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.76 | $84,780 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.12 | $102,170 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.58 | $107,290 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Charlotte ranks
- 144th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 214th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 12 North Carolina metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for ambulatory and clinic nurse. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Charlotte
- Overall prices in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.76 median hour buys what $41.87 buys at the national price level, 7% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Charlotte paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,467
- Per year: $73,368
- Per month: $6,114
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Charlotte
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,477 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,201 |
Travel ambulatory and clinic nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Charlotte
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Charlotte, 3 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of ambulatory and clinic nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health Pineville Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health University City Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Mecklenburg County
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Mecklenburg County (4 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Registered Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord, NC | 17 mi | $40.76/hr | 112,395 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 70 mi | $40.51/hr | 255,769 |
Ambulatory and clinic nurse jobs in North Carolina · Ambulatory and clinic nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Carolina
North Carolina is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a North Carolina license by endorsement.
North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do ambulatory and clinic nurses make in Charlotte, NC?
BLS reports pay for registered nurses overall, not by specialty. Registered Nurses in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area have a median pay of $40.76 per hour, about $84,780 a year. The middle half earn between $37.96 and $49.12 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Charlotte a good place for ambulatory and clinic nurses once cost of living is counted?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia ranks 214th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 144th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring ambulatory and clinic nurses in Charlotte?
We list 12 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Charlotte. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Charlotte.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Charlotte as an ambulatory and clinic nurse?
North Carolina is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a North Carolina license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Charlotte in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Mecklenburg County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Charlotte?
The federal per diem benchmark in Charlotte is $131 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,477 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place ambulatory and clinic nurses in Charlotte?
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Your RN pay reportCharlotte, NC · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Advocate HealthCharlotte, NC · 194 postings$47.75/ hr$36–$77
- Veterans Health AdministrationFayetteville, NC · 2 postings$56.27/ hr$40–$75
- Sentara HealthcareElizabeth City, NC · 12 postings$51.47/ hr$36–$61
- BrightSpring Health ServicesWINSTON-SALEM, NC · 4 postings$43.75/ hr$39–$48
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$36Median$47.75High$57
261 RN postings with published pay in North Carolina, 255 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 261 RN roles
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