Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Owensboro, KY
Pay for telehealth / triage nurses in the Owensboro area centers on $38.23 per hour, or about $79,510 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.84 and the upper quarter over $48.29. That ranks 264th of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 154th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Owensboro. The free report below lists employers near Owensboro and what they pay.
- $38.23median pay per hour, Owensboro
- $31–$48typical range per hour
- 1,660telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Owensboro, KY
The metro median is in line with the Kentucky statewide median of $38.42 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 1,660 registered nurses employed in the Owensboro metro area, 34.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.60).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.84 | $64,150 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.84 | $64,150 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.23 | $79,510 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.29 | $100,440 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.29 | $100,440 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Owensboro ranks
- 264th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 154th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 6 Kentucky 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 Owensboro
- Overall prices in Owensboro run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.23 median hour buys what $43.14 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Owensboro metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Owensboro
CMS lists 1 hospital in Owensboro.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owensboro Health Regional Hospital Owensboro, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evansville, IN | 28 mi | $38.00/hr | 115,395 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 66 mi | $36.84/hr | 79,076 |
| Clarksville, TN | 83 mi | $37.47/hr | 185,690 |
| Louisville, KY | 85 mi | $39.04/hr | 640,796 |
| Jeffersonville, IN | 87 mi | $39.04/hr | 52,912 |
| Gallatin, TN | 102 mi | $39.02/hr | 52,489 |
Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Kentucky · Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kentucky
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 Owensboro, KY?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Owensboro metro area have a median pay of $38.23 per hour, about $79,510 a year. The middle half earn between $30.84 and $48.29 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Owensboro a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Owensboro ranks 154th of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 264th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Owensboro?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Owensboro, led by Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Owensboro as a telehealth / triage nurse?
Kentucky 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 Kentucky license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in Owensboro?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Owensboro and across Kentucky. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Owensboro.
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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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