PermanentPosted today
Registered Nurse - General Medicine Unit
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
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Registered Nurse jobs in Hampton, VA
The median registered nurse pay in the Hampton area is $39.03 per hour ($81,170 a year), with the typical range running from $36.87 to $47.01. 16 open roles with published pay are listed for Hampton. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Hampton. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Hampton.
- $39.03median pay per hour, Virginia Beach
- $37–$47typical range per hour
- 16,270registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 16open roles with published pay
Open Registered Nurse roles in Hampton
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Full-time
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
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PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Direct Care Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Direct Care Registered Nurse, Inpatient Surgical Unit
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Direct Care Registered Nurse, Inpatient Surgical
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Registered Nurse
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Registered Nurse New Graduate Fast-Track Application/Nurse Residency Program – Sentara CarePlex Hospital
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$36.00–$36.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
RN Unit Coordinator -Intermediate Care Unit/IMC Unit
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$47.42–$68.63/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Oncology Registered Nurse
US Oncology Network · Hampton, VA
$31.85–$64.75/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN
Fresenius Medical Care · Hampton, VA
$29.00–$50.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
RN Unit Coordinator ICU
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$47.42–$68.63/ hour
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Forensic Nurse Examiner, RN - Flexi
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$44.53–$64.80/ hour
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Registered Nurse, Stepdown Unit - Full-time
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Registered Nurse, Medical Oncology
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Registered Nurse, Labor Delivery, Recovery Postpartum - LDRP
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Direct Care Registered Nurse (RN) - 3James Med/Surg Stroke Unit - Full-time Night (Weekends Only)
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
$41.93–$61.01/ hour
Top 25% pay
More open Registered Nurse roles in Hampton
3 more open roles from employers in Hampton. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted today
RN - Home Health
Enhabit Home Health · Hampton, VA
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Sentara Healthcare | 14 | $51.47 |
| US Oncology Network | 1 | $48.30 |
| Fresenius Medical Care | 1 | $39.50 |
Registered Nurse pay in Hampton, VA
The metro median is 9% below the Virginia statewide median of $42.70 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 16,270 registered nurses employed in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area, 21.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.55 | $63,540 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.87 | $76,690 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.03 | $81,170 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.01 | $97,780 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.63 | $115,710 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Hampton ranks
- 215th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 292nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 7 Virginia metro areas
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 Hampton
- Overall prices in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.03 median hour buys what $39.85 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 Hampton paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,405
- Per year: $70,254
- Per month: $5,854
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Hampton
| 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 registered nurse 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 Hampton
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Hampton, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Va Medical Center Hampton, VA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sentara Careplex Hospital Hampton, VA | 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 Hampton city
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Hampton city (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk, VA | 9 mi | $39.03/hr | 231,105 |
| Newport News, VA | 13 mi | $39.03/hr | 183,056 |
| Richmond, VA | 73 mi | $43.14/hr | 233,655 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 112 mi | $38.99/hr | 54,541 |
| Greenville, NC | 117 mi | $38.88/hr | 95,138 |
| Alexandria, VA | 130 mi | $48.94/hr | 159,102 |
Registered Nurse jobs in Virginia · Registered Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
Virginia 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 Virginia license by endorsement.
Virginia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Hampton
Hampton city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in Hampton, VA?
Registered Nurses in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area have a median pay of $39.03 per hour, about $81,170 a year. The middle half earn between $36.87 and $47.01 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Hampton a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk ranks 292nd of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 215th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered nurses in Hampton?
We list 16 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in Hampton. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Hampton.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Hampton as a registered nurse?
Virginia 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 Virginia license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Hampton in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Hampton city. 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 Hampton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Hampton 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 registered nurses in Hampton?
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Your RN pay reportHampton, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- US Oncology NetworkHampton, VA · 3 postings$48.30/ hr$32–$65
- Veterans Health AdministrationRichmond, VA · 2 postings$60.98/ hr$40–$82
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 255 postings$51.47/ hr$36–$74
- Mary Washington HealthcareMWHC Corporate, VA · 87 postings$48.43/ hr$34–$65
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$46.12High$61
684 RN postings with published pay in Virginia, 597 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 684 RN roles
- Registered Nurse - Community Living Center (1P)Permanent$82k–$164k/ year
- Transfer Center Bed Flow Coordinator RNPermanent$47.47–$69.73/ hour
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