Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Waterbury, CT
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Waterbury area earn a median of $48.23 per hour, about $100,310 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $41.61 and $54.86. That ranks 65th of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 52nd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Waterbury. The free report below lists employers near Waterbury and what they pay.
- $48.23median pay per hour, Waterbury
- $42–$55typical range per hour
- 3,100telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Waterbury, CT
The metro median is 1% below the Connecticut statewide median of $48.84 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 3,100 registered nurses employed in the Waterbury-Shelton metro area, 19.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.92).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.17 | $79,390 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.61 | $86,550 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.23 | $100,310 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $54.86 | $114,110 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $62.80 | $130,620 | 40% above U.S. median |
How Waterbury ranks
- 65th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 52nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Connecticut 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 Waterbury
- Overall prices in Waterbury-Shelton run in line with the U.S. average (index 99.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.23 median hour buys what $48.34 buys at the national price level, 7% 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.
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- Per year: $86,814
- Per month: $7,234
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Waterbury-Shelton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Waterbury
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waterbury.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's Hospital Waterbury, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Waterbury Hospital Waterbury, CT | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven, CT | 18 mi | $49.00/hr | 137,562 |
| Hartford, CT | 23 mi | $48.66/hr | 122,129 |
| Danbury, CT | 25 mi | $50.97/hr | 88,692 |
| Bridgeport, CT | 27 mi | $50.97/hr | 151,599 |
| Stamford, CT | 42 mi | $50.97/hr | 139,134 |
| Springfield, MA | 46 mi | $43.74/hr | 154,888 |
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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 Waterbury, CT?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Waterbury-Shelton metro area have a median pay of $48.23 per hour, about $100,310 a year. The middle half earn between $41.61 and $54.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Waterbury a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Waterbury-Shelton ranks 52nd of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 65th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Waterbury?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waterbury, led by Saint Mary's Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Waterbury as a telehealth / triage nurse?
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.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in Waterbury?
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- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 7 postings$58.76/ hr$38–$79
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 2 postings$64.91/ hr$48–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthLongmont, CO · 1 posting$48.48/ hr$37–$60
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$48.12/ hr$35–$61
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