NURSE SALARY IN GERMANY

NURSE SALARY IN GERMANY

The monthly gross salary of a nurse in Germany varies depending on the type of employer and professional experience, ranging from around €2,800 to over €4,800. Collective agreements such as the TVöD-P (Collective Agreement for the Public Sector – Nursing) provide structured pay scales. For example, the starting salary in pay group P 6 is approximately €2,930. The type of employer (public, church-based, or private) also significantly influences salaries, with private institutions often offering higher pay.

Salary by type of employer (example values):

• Public sector: €3,414 – €4,188

• Church-based institutions: €3,761 – €4,413

• Private sector: €3,870 – €4,849

Salary by TVöD-P pay group (example stages):

• P 6 (e.g., 1 year of training): approx. €2,930 (level 1) to €3,101 (level 2)

• P 7 (e.g., 3 years of training): approx. €3,415 (level 2)

• P 8 (specialized professionals): entry-level salary is lower, but from level 2 around €3,600

Factors influencing salary:

• Professional experience: Salary increases with years of experience.

• Specialization: Nurses with advanced qualifications can reach higher pay groups.

• Region and city: Salaries vary by location, with higher pay often in Western Germany.

• Employer type: Public, church-based, or private institutions offer different pay scales.

• Part-time work: Pay is proportional to contracted weekly hours compared to full-time employment.