PermanentPosted 16 days ago
RN ER
CommonSpirit Health · West Jordan, UT
$32.01–$53.90/ hour
Top 25% pay
Emergency nurse jobs in West Jordan, UT
Registered Nurses in the West Jordan area earn a median of $39.97 per hour, about $83,140 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.41 and $49.83. That ranks 168th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 297th of 335 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for West Jordan. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near West Jordan.
- $39.97median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $37–$50typical range per hour
- 13,680registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
Open Emergency nurse roles in West Jordan
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
RN Clinical Coordinator ER
CommonSpirit Health · West Jordan, UT
$34.14–$59.45/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Get my free pay reportRegistered Nurse pay in West Jordan, UT
The metro median is 1% above the Utah statewide median of $39.55 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 13,680 registered nurses employed in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area, 16.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.98 | $70,680 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.41 | $77,810 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.97 | $83,140 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.83 | $103,650 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $54.97 | $114,340 | 22% above U.S. median |
How West Jordan ranks
- 168th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 297th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Utah metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for emergency 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 West Jordan
- Overall prices in Salt Lake City-Murray run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.97 median hour buys what $39.63 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 West Jordan paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,439
- Per year: $71,946
- Per month: $5,996
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in West Jordan
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
Travel emergency 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 West Jordan
CMS lists 1 hospital in West Jordan, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of emergency nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Hospital-Jordan Valley West Jordan, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Salt Lake County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Salt Lake County (1 geographic, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | 13 mi | $39.97/hr | 217,783 |
Emergency nurse jobs in Utah · Emergency nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
Utah 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 Utah license by endorsement.
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do emergency nurses make in West Jordan, UT?
BLS reports pay for registered nurses overall, not by specialty. Registered Nurses in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area have a median pay of $39.97 per hour, about $83,140 a year. The middle half earn between $37.41 and $49.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is West Jordan a good place for emergency nurses once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 297th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 168th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring emergency nurses in West Jordan?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in West Jordan. Your free report adds named employers and pay near West Jordan.
Do I need a Utah license to work in West Jordan as an emergency nurse?
Utah 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 Utah license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is West Jordan in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Salt Lake 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 West Jordan?
The federal per diem benchmark in West Jordan is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- CommonSpirit HealthWest Jordan, UT · 26 postings$42.95/ hr$32–$59
- Veterans Health AdministrationSalt Lake City, UT · 2 postings$59.88/ hr$36–$82
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$108.25/ hr$94–$123
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 16 postings$106.18/ hr$59–$119
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