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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for exempt nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an exempt nurse?

An Exempt Nurse is a registered nurse or other nursing professional who is classified as exempt from overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This usually means the nurse is paid a salary rather than hourly wages and performs job duties that are considered professional, administrative, or supervisory. Exempt status is often granted to nurses working in managerial roles, advanced practice positions, or those with significant autonomy and decision-making authority. This classification affects how they are compensated for work beyond standard hours and their eligibility for certain labor protections.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an exempt nurse?

To thrive as an Exempt Nurse, you need a valid nursing license (such as RN or LPN), strong clinical assessment abilities, and a comprehensive knowledge of nursing best practices. Experience with electronic health records (EHRs), medical charting systems, and compliance with regulatory guidelines is typically required. Outstanding communication, organization, and leadership skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies ensure effective patient care delivery, regulatory compliance, and efficient management of nursing responsibilities.

How does being an exempt nurse affect scheduling flexibility and overtime expectations?

As an exempt nurse, you are typically salaried rather than paid hourly, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This can result in more flexible scheduling and autonomy in managing your workload, but it may also require you to work beyond standard hours during busy periods or when urgent patient needs arise. Many exempt nurses, especially those in leadership or specialized roles, find that this structure allows for greater independence but also demands strong time management skills to balance responsibilities. It's important to clarify expectations with your employer regarding work hours and compensatory time.

What is the difference between Exempt Nurse vs Non-Exempt Nurse?

AspectExempt NurseNon-Exempt Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly specialized certificationsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentTypically administrative, managerial, or salaried roles in healthcare facilitiesDirect patient care, shift-based work, hourly paid roles in hospitals or clinics
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations with salaried positionsHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities with hourly roles
Comparison IntentUnderstanding salary, overtime, and job classification differencesUnderstanding pay structure and work hours

Exempt Nurses are usually salaried, do not qualify for overtime pay, and often hold administrative or supervisory roles. Non-Exempt Nurses are hourly employees, eligible for overtime, and typically involved in direct patient care. The key difference lies in their pay structure and job responsibilities within healthcare settings.

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Nurse Practitioner - Exempt

Portage, IN • On-site

NORTHSHORE HEALTH CENTERS
Travel Arrangement Services • 201 - 500 employees
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Re-posted 22 days ago

NorthShore Health Centers rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Summary/Objective
The role of the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is to provide care to children from birth through young adult with an in-depth knowledge and experience in pediatric primary health care including well child care and prevention/management of common pediatric acute illnesses and chronic conditions. This care is provided to support optimal health of children within the context of their family, community, and environmental setting.
The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner role is designed to meet the specialized physiologic and psychological needs of children in the areas of health maintenance and promotion, and assessment and management of disease processes.
Essential Functions
  • Assessment of health status: Obtains a relevant health and medical history Identifies medical health risks and needs, and updates and records changes in health status
  • Formulates Diagnosis and implements appropriate treatment plan designed to maximize the health of patients: Orders appropriate diagnostic tests, determines treatment plan of care, prescribes appropriate pharmacological agents, prescribes non-pharmacological agents, develops a client education plan, and makes appropriate referrals to other health professionals and community agencies
  • Maintains a process for systematic evaluation of client status by: Scheduling return appointments for follow-up care, as necessary, according to best practice standards of care, determining the effectiveness of the plan of care through documentation of client outcomes, and reassessment and modification of care plan as necessary to achieve goals
  • Seeks to promote maximal health among clinic patients by: Providing educational opportunities for each patient, incorporating patient's input in the development of the treatment plan, and providing information needed to make health care decisions related to appropriate utilization of health care resources.
  • Responds to tasks and completes charting in a timely manner to prevent any delay in care and promote coordination of care.
  • Participates as a team member in the provision of medical care by collaborating with other providers at NorthShore Health Centers to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Participates in quality assurance review on a periodic basis, including systematic review of records and treatment plans.
  • Prepares reports and other documentation as required.
  • Attends meetings and training sessions as required.
  • Executes EMR reporting through Nextgen, other written or verbal specific assigned tasks, requiring similar or lesser skills and abilities, some of which are continuing while others are occasional in nature.

*These essential functions are a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position, and are not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The position will include other duties as assigned and duties are subject to change at management's discretion.
Competencies
  • Planning and strategic foresight
  • Responsible Decision Making
  • Integrity and accountability
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Adaptive and flexible
  • Leadership, teamwork, and conflict resolution
  • Professionalism and work ethic
  • Empathy

Work Environment
Work is performed in an office environment. Involves frequent personal and telephone contact with patients and other healthcare personnel. Work may be stressful at times. Interaction with others is constant and interruptive.
Travel
Travel outside of Northshore locations will be rare for this position.
Role Qualifications
  • Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, promotes a harassment-free work environment, and is capable of relating to people of diverse age, ethnic, racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds
  • Completes all credentialing processes and required Continuing Medical Education in a timely manner

Office of Inspector General:
  • Ensures ability to bill through Medicaid and Medicare, and no history of fraud

National Practitioner Data Bank:
  • In good standing

Licensure:
  • Valid R.N. license.
  • Valid APN License
  • Valid CRS Certification
  • Valid Federal DEA Licensing
  • Meets Credentialing guidelines of NSHC

Minimum Education Requirements
  • Graduate of an approved Masters Nursing Program for Pediatric Nurse Practitioners that fulfills the educational requirement for licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of Indiana.
  • Must be board certified as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Required Skills
  • Prolonged periods of walking, sitting, and standing
  • The ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
  • Frequent viewing computer monitor
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
  • Frequent hearing and speaking
  • Frequently required to reach with hands and arms
  • Frequent use of hands to touch, handle, grip and/or feel
  • Constant interaction with staff/clients/patients
  • Subject to exposure of bloodborne and airborne pathogens
  • Driving required to off- site meetings, hospitals and programs
  • Travel for Training & Conferences
  • Frequent exposure to high stress situations.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
  • Clinical diagnostic equipment related to scope of practice
  • Computer, Electronic Health Record software (Nextgen), fax machine, copier, scanner, and multi-line telephone system

Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, work longer than eight (8) hour shifts, and to work both day/evening/weekend shifts. Work may include hand dexterity as well as the need to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.

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