PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Chief Nurse
Veterans Health Administration · Battle Creek, MI
$158k–$210k/ year
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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Battle Creek, MI
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Battle Creek area earn a median of $50.54 per hour, about $105,130 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $40.40 and $66.38. That ranks 195th of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 136th of 333 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Battle Creek. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Battle Creek.
- $50.54median pay per hour, Battle Creek
- $40–$66typical range per hour
- 260nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 1% above the Michigan statewide median of $49.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 260 medical and health services managers employed in the Battle Creek metro area, 4.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.34).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.26 | $65,020 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.40 | $84,030 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $50.54 | $105,130 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $66.38 | $138,070 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $80.97 | $168,420 | 43% above U.S. median |
How Battle Creek ranks
- 195th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 136th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 14 Michigan 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. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Battle Creek
- Overall prices in Battle Creek run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 39% below the U.S. average (index 61.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.54 median hour buys what $55.82 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Battle Creek paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,819
- Per year: $90,972
- Per month: $7,581
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Battle Creek metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Battle Creek
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Battle Creek
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Battle Creek, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronson Battle Creek Hospital Battle Creek, MI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Battle Creek Va Medical Center Battle Creek, MI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital Battle Creek, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Calhoun County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Calhoun County (1 population-group, 2 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.
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalamazoo, MI | 18 mi | $47.80/hr | 73,290 |
| Kentwood, MI | 44 mi | $51.13/hr | 54,768 |
| Lansing, MI | 45 mi | $51.96/hr | 114,336 |
| Wyoming, MI | 48 mi | $51.13/hr | 78,559 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 51 mi | $51.13/hr | 200,117 |
| Elkhart, IN | 56 mi | $49.37/hr | 53,690 |
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License and tax basics in Michigan
Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Michigan board for a license by endorsement before working here.
Michigan 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 Battle Creek, MI?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Battle Creek metro area have a median pay of $50.54 per hour, about $105,130 a year. The middle half earn between $40.40 and $66.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Battle Creek a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Battle Creek ranks 136th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 195th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse manager & leaderships in Battle Creek?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Battle Creek. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Battle Creek.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Battle Creek as a nurse manager & leadership?
Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Michigan board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Battle Creek in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Calhoun 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 Battle Creek?
The federal per diem benchmark in Battle Creek is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse manager & leaderships in Battle Creek?
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Your Nurse Leader pay reportBattle Creek, MI · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Henry Ford Health SystemWyandotte, MI · 1 wage offer$68.58/ hr$69–$69
- Henry Ford Health SystemDearborn, MI · 1 wage offer$64.46/ hr$64–$64
- Henry Ford Health SystemSouthfield, MI · 1 wage offer$59.26/ hr$59–$59
- Henry Ford Health SystemDetroit, MI · 5 wage offers$52.28/ hr$47–$70
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$47Median$51.14High$64
12 employer-reported wage offers for Nurse Leader in federal filings in Michigan, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Nurse Leader roles
- Chief NursePermanent$158k–$210k/ year
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