PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Registered Nurse (Chief Health Information Officer)
Veterans Health Administration · Fort Harrison, MT
$157k–$208k/ year
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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Bozeman, MT
The median nurse manager & leadership pay in the Bozeman area is $52.69 per hour ($109,600 a year), with the typical range running from $45.95 to $64.08. That ranks 154th of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 278th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bozeman. The free report below lists employers near Bozeman and what they pay.
- $52.69median pay per hour, Bozeman
- $46–$64typical range per hour
- 170nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Bozeman, MT
The metro median is 5% above the Montana statewide median of $50.28 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 170 medical and health services managers employed in the Bozeman metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.65).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.26 | $77,500 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.95 | $95,580 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $52.69 | $109,600 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $64.08 | $133,290 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $83.10 | $172,850 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Bozeman ranks
- 154th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 278th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Montana 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 Bozeman
- Overall prices in Bozeman run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 39% above the U.S. average (index 139.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $52.69 median hour buys what $51.40 buys at the national price level, 9% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,897
- Per year: $94,842
- Per month: $7,904
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bozeman metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bozeman
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $221 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,107 |
| 13-week assignment | $27,391 |
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 Montana
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Nurse Manager | Acute Care
Logan Health · Kalispell, MT
$126k–$158k/ year
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Director of Nursing Services / CNO | Cut Bank Critical Access Hospital
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Hospitals in Bozeman
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bozeman, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital Bozeman, MT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | 121 mi | $51.27/hr | 121,483 |
| Great Falls, MT | 126 mi | $47.67/hr | 60,013 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 159 mi | $56.89/hr | 69,523 |
| Missoula, MT | 164 mi | $48.49/hr | 78,204 |
| Pocatello, ID | 206 mi | $49.61/hr | 58,231 |
| Boise City, ID | 292 mi | $60.06/hr | 237,963 |
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License and tax basics in Montana
Montana 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 Montana license by endorsement.
Montana 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 Bozeman, MT?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Bozeman metro area have a median pay of $52.69 per hour, about $109,600 a year. The middle half earn between $45.95 and $64.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bozeman a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Bozeman ranks 278th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 154th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Bozeman?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bozeman, led by Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Bozeman as a nurse manager & leadership?
Montana 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 Montana license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Bozeman?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bozeman is $221 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,107 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 Bozeman?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Logan HealthKalispell, MT · 2 postings$67.30/ hr$56–$77
- 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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- Registered Nurse (Chief Health Information Officer)Permanent$157k–$208k/ year
- Nurse Manager | Acute CarePermanent$126k–$158k/ year
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