Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Royal Oak, MI
Pay for telehealth / triage nurses in the Royal Oak area centers on $42.78 per hour, or about $88,980 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.01 and the upper quarter over $48.98. That ranks 112th of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 177th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Royal Oak. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Royal Oak.
- $42.78median pay per hour, Detroit
- $39–$49typical range per hour
- 44,280telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Royal Oak, MI
The metro median is 4% above the Michigan statewide median of $41.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 44,280 registered nurses employed in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area, 23.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.09).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.84 | $72,470 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.01 | $81,140 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $42.78 | $88,980 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.98 | $101,880 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.46 | $111,200 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Royal Oak ranks
- 112th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 177th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 12 Michigan 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 Royal Oak
- Overall prices in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $42.78 median hour buys what $42.65 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.
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- Per year: $77,004
- Per month: $6,417
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Royal Oak
CMS lists 1 hospital in Royal Oak.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak Royal Oak, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy, MI | 5 mi | $42.78/hr | 89,209 |
| Southfield, MI | 6 mi | $42.78/hr | 76,874 |
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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 Royal Oak, MI?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area have a median pay of $42.78 per hour, about $88,980 a year. The middle half earn between $39.01 and $48.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Royal Oak a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ranks 177th of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 112th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Royal Oak?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Royal Oak, led by Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Royal Oak as a telehealth / triage nurse?
Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Michigan board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in Royal Oak?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Royal Oak and across Michigan. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Royal Oak.
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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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