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Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in New Orleans, LA
The median telehealth / triage nurse pay in the New Orleans area is $39.39 per hour ($81,920 a year), with the typical range running from $37.74 to $46.80. That ranks 190th of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 182nd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans. Tell us your role and we email current openings near New Orleans.
- $39.39median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $38–$47typical range per hour
- 11,410telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is 4% above the Louisiana statewide median of $37.92 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 11,410 registered nurses employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 25.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.21).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.67 | $65,870 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.74 | $78,500 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.39 | $81,920 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.80 | $97,340 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.11 | $125,030 | 34% above U.S. median |
How New Orleans ranks
- 190th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 182nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Louisiana 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.
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- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.39 median hour buys what $42.54 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 New Orleans paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,418
- Per year: $70,902
- Per month: $5,908
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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HSPC Afterhours Triage Nurse - PT
Amedisys · Baton Rouge, LA
$34.00–$36.00/ hour
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Hospitals in New Orleans
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Medical Center Acute New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System New Orleans, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Touro Infirmary New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center New Orleans New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital New Orleans, LA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| New Orleans East Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Beacon Behavioral Hospital- New Orleans, Llc New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Community Care Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Oaks Hospital New Orleans, LA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $39.39/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $36.05/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $33.51/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $37.89/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $38.42/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $37.62/hr | 81,157 |
Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Louisiana · Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Louisiana
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
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do telehealth / triage nurses make in New Orleans, LA?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $39.39 per hour, about $81,920 a year. The middle half earn between $37.74 and $46.80 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Orleans a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 182nd of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 190th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in New Orleans?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, led by Ochsner Medical Center Acute. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as a telehealth / triage nurse?
Louisiana 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 Louisiana license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in New Orleans?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in New Orleans and across Louisiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near New Orleans.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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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Low$34Median$46.97High$57
27 Telehealth RN postings with published pay in the US, 20 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Telehealth RN roles
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