As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Correctional Nurse in District of Columbia is $74,967, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,442 weekly, or $6,247 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Correctional Nurse in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Correctional Nurse in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $60,194 to $92,103. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,234) and 75th percentile ($83,937), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,103 per year. This $16,703 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Pediatric, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Correctional Nurse often earn 11.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 16 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Correctional Nurse job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Correctional Nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $60,194 DC May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $67,234 DC May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $74,967 DC May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $83,937 DC May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $92,103 DC May 18, 2021
25% $67,234 10% $60,194 90% $92,103 75% $83,937 $74,967 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Correctional Nurse ?

Correctional nursing, sometimes called forensic nursing, is a specialized field of nursing that involves caring for the medical and mental health needs of detainees and inmates. These nurses work in a variety of settings such as jails, prisons, and juvenile detention centers. In these correctional settings, nurses are the primary healthcare providers....

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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $72,320 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $72,320 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $72,320 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $72,320 Date Updated May 18, 2021
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    Correctional Nurse

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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