PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Assistant Nurse Manager, General Surgery/Observation Units, Fulltime (4) 10-hours 11am to 9pm
Stamford Health · Stamford, CT
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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Stamford, CT
Pay for nurse manager & leaderships in the Stamford area centers on $63.75 per hour, or about $132,590 a year. The lower quarter earns under $50.31 and the upper quarter over $82.84. That ranks 33rd of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 78th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Stamford. The free report below lists employers near Stamford and what they pay.
- $63.75median pay per hour, Bridgeport
- $50–$83typical range per hour
- 1,760nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 107cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Stamford, CT
The metro median is 5% above the Connecticut statewide median of $60.49 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 1,760 medical and health services managers employed in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area, 4.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.19).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.93 | $83,050 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $50.31 | $104,640 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $63.75 | $132,590 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $82.84 | $172,310 | 46% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 103% above U.S. median |
How Stamford ranks
- 33rd of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 78th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Connecticut metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse manager & leadership. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Medical and Health Services Managers.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical and Health Services Managers (SOC 11-9111), all industries. Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 50% above the U.S. average (index 150.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $63.75 median hour buys what $59.66 buys at the national price level, 5% above 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 Stamford paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,295
- Per year: $114,750
- Per month: $9,562
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Stamford
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
Travel nurse manager & leadership 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).
Open Nurse Manager & Leadership roles in Connecticut
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Assistant Nurse Manager RN - Oncology
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$44.05–$70.50/ hour
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RN Nurse Manager, Inpatient General Surgery Unit
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$48.45–$77.50/ hour
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Nurse Manager - Float Pool
Trinity Health · Connecticut
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Assistant Nurse Manager - Inpatient General Surgery
Trinity Health · Connecticut
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Assistant Nurse Manager - RN Neuroscience
Trinity Health · Connecticut
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Assistant Nurse Manager - Oncology and Infusion
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$44.05–$70.50/ hour
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Hospitals in Stamford
CMS lists 1 hospital in Stamford, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse manager & leaderships.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford Hospital Stamford, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwalk, CT | 7 mi | $60.49/hr | 93,661 |
| White Plains, NY | 11 mi | $75.92/hr | 62,561 |
| New Rochelle, NY | 16 mi | $75.92/hr | 85,512 |
| Mount Vernon, NY | 19 mi | $75.92/hr | 71,999 |
| Yonkers, NY | 19 mi | $75.92/hr | 211,040 |
| Bridgeport, CT | 20 mi | $63.75/hr | 151,599 |
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License and tax basics in Connecticut
Connecticut has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Connecticut license by endorsement.
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse manager & leaderships make in Stamford, CT?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area have a median pay of $63.75 per hour, about $132,590 a year. The middle half earn between $50.31 and $82.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Stamford a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury ranks 78th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 33rd of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Stamford?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Stamford, led by Stamford Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Stamford as a nurse manager & leadership?
Connecticut has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Connecticut license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Stamford?
The federal per diem benchmark in Stamford is $146 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 9 postings$57.27/ hr$44–$78
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 4 postings$121.16/ hr$90–$148
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 6 postings$93.11/ hr$78–$157
- Veterans Health AdministrationLong Beach, CA · 3 postings$80.49/ hr$48–$110
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- Assistant Nurse Manager RN - OncologyPermanent$44.05–$70.50/ hour
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