Registered Nurse PTO Benchmarks

Healthcare workers often have generous PTO to combat burnout. Scheduling flexibility is limited due to staffing requirements.

Average Time Off

20
Vacation Days
Range: 15-25
12
Sick Days
per year
32
Total Days Off
excluding holidays

PTO by Seniority Level

LevelPTO Days
New Grad RN15 days
Staff RN (2-5 years)18 days
Senior RN (5-10 years)22 days
Charge Nurse / Supervisor25 days

Typical Benefits

  • ✓Combined PTO banks common
  • ✓Shift differential pay
  • ✓Overtime opportunities
  • ✓Tuition reimbursement
  • ✓Loan forgiveness programs

Remote Work PTO

Limited remote work options. Telehealth nurses may have more flexibility but similar PTO.

Competitive Package

20+ days PTO, comprehensive health benefits, student loan assistance, and flexible scheduling are competitive.

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