Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Lawrence, KS
Pay for telehealth / triage nurses in the Lawrence area centers on $38.23 per hour, or about $79,510 a year. The lower quarter earns under $33.85 and the upper quarter over $40.53. That ranks 263rd of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 193rd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lawrence. The free report below lists employers near Lawrence and what they pay.
- $38.23median pay per hour, Lawrence
- $34–$41typical range per hour
- 790telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Lawrence, KS
The metro median is 2% above the Kansas statewide median of $37.53 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 790 registered nurses employed in the Lawrence metro area, 15.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.73).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.90 | $62,190 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $33.85 | $70,410 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.23 | $79,510 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.53 | $84,300 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.78 | $91,060 | 3% below U.S. median |
How Lawrence ranks
- 263rd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 193rd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Kansas 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 Lawrence
- Overall prices in Lawrence run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.23 median hour buys what $42.36 buys at the national price level, 6% 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: $68,814
- Per month: $5,734
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lawrence metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Lawrence
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lawrence.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lmh Lawrence, KS | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka, KS | 24 mi | $37.92/hr | 125,467 |
| Olathe, KS | 25 mi | $39.73/hr | 149,035 |
| Lenexa, KS | 25 mi | $39.73/hr | 59,427 |
| Shawnee, KS | 25 mi | $39.73/hr | 69,724 |
| Kansas City, KS | 30 mi | $39.73/hr | 156,752 |
| Overland Park, KS | 31 mi | $39.73/hr | 202,893 |
Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Kansas · Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kansas
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
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Lawrence
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Common questions
How much do telehealth / triage nurses make in Lawrence, KS?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Lawrence metro area have a median pay of $38.23 per hour, about $79,510 a year. The middle half earn between $33.85 and $40.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lawrence a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Lawrence ranks 193rd of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 263rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Lawrence?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lawrence, led by Lmh. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Lawrence as a telehealth / triage nurse?
Kansas 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 Kansas license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in Lawrence?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Lawrence and across Kansas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Lawrence.
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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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