Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Trenton, NJ
The median telehealth / triage nurse pay in the Trenton area is $46.94 per hour ($97,640 a year), with the typical range running from $44.28 to $55.84. That ranks 80th of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 89th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Trenton. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Trenton.
- $46.94median pay per hour, Trenton
- $44–$56typical range per hour
- 5,330telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Trenton, NJ
The metro median is 5% below the New Jersey statewide median of $49.39 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 5,330 registered nurses employed in the Trenton-Princeton metro area, 22.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.84 | $80,790 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $44.28 | $92,100 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.94 | $97,640 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $55.84 | $116,150 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.88 | $120,390 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Trenton ranks
- 80th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 89th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
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 Trenton
- Overall prices in Trenton-Princeton run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% above the U.S. average (index 135.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.94 median hour buys what $45.49 buys at the national price level, 1% 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: $84,492
- Per month: $7,041
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Trenton-Princeton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Trenton
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Trenton.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Health Regional Medical Center Trenton, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Trenton Psychiatric Hosp Trenton, NJ | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 25 mi | $47.70/hr | 1,573,916 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 25 mi | $54.56/hr | 57,487 |
| Camden, NJ | 27 mi | $47.70/hr | 71,749 |
| Plainfield, NJ | 33 mi | $54.56/hr | 56,507 |
| Perth Amboy, NJ | 33 mi | $54.56/hr | 56,939 |
| Bethlehem, PA | 42 mi | $46.69/hr | 79,453 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in New Jersey
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 Trenton, NJ?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Trenton-Princeton metro area have a median pay of $46.94 per hour, about $97,640 a year. The middle half earn between $44.28 and $55.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Trenton a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Trenton-Princeton ranks 89th of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 80th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Trenton?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Trenton, led by Capital Health Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Trenton as a telehealth / triage nurse?
New Jersey 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 New Jersey license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in Trenton?
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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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