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There’s no single “CHPN salary,” but hospice and palliative nursing is a stable, in-demand
field, and certification signals expertise that employers value.
What do hospice and palliative nurses earn?
Per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median wage for registered nurses
was $93,600 in May 2024. Hospice and palliative RN pay generally tracks the
broader RN market, varying with setting (home hospice, inpatient unit, hospital palliative team),
experience, and region.
Does the CHPN raise your pay?
Often indirectly. Many employers pay a certification differential or list the CHPN as preferred
for senior and specialist roles, so it can improve both your earning power and your mobility within
hospice and palliative care.
Is the CHPN worth it?
For nurses committed to this specialty, yes. Beyond any differential, it validates expertise in
a field that runs on trust — with families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
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Sources & references
The exam facts on this page are drawn from official certifying-body materials, reviewed 2026-06-18 by the DrCertifications exam-prep team (10+ years in exam preparation and publishing).