Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Hoover, AL
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Hoover area earn a median of $36.55 per hour, about $76,020 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $30.84 and $39.60. That ranks 334th of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 290th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in the Hoover metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Hoover.
- $36.55median pay per hour, Birmingham
- $31–$40typical range per hour
- 18,330telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Hoover, AL
The metro median is 7% above the Alabama statewide median of $34.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 18,330 registered nurses employed in the Birmingham metro area, 35.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.66).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.36 | $61,070 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.84 | $64,150 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.55 | $76,020 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.60 | $82,370 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.27 | $102,480 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Hoover ranks
- 334th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 290th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Alabama metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for telehealth / triage 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 Hoover
- Overall prices in Birmingham run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.55 median hour buys what $39.88 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.
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- Per year: $65,790
- Per month: $5,482
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Birmingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the Birmingham area
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Birmingham area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Va Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Grandview Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Princeton Baptist Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent's Birmingham Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St. Vincent's East Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Alabama Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Children's Hospital Of Alabama Birmingham, AL | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services Birmingham, AL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 11 mi | $36.55/hr | 196,357 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 43 mi | $33.07/hr | 114,288 |
| Montgomery, AL | 78 mi | $38.58/hr | 195,818 |
| Decatur, AL | 83 mi | $32.22/hr | 57,974 |
| Huntsville, AL | 92 mi | $31.75/hr | 230,402 |
| Madison, AL | 92 mi | $31.75/hr | 64,029 |
Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Alabama · Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Alabama
Telehealth and triage nurses assess symptoms by phone or video and direct patients to the right level of care.
- Active RN license, compact license for multi-state roles
- Several years of clinical experience
- Comfort with protocols and EHR documentation
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Common questions
How much do telehealth / triage nurses make in Hoover, AL?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Birmingham metro area have a median pay of $36.55 per hour, about $76,020 a year. The middle half earn between $30.84 and $39.60 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Hoover a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Birmingham ranks 290th of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 334th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Hoover?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Birmingham area, led by Birmingham Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Hoover as a telehealth / triage nurse?
Alabama 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 Alabama license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in Hoover?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Hoover and across Alabama. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Hoover.
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- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 2 postings$64.91/ hr$48–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthLongmont, CO · 1 posting$48.48/ hr$37–$60
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