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Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Average Experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) with Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Skills Salary in South Africa

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R322,345
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 193k
MEDIAN
ZAR 322k
75%
ZAR 378k

The average salary for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is R322,345 in 2025

Base Salary
R193k - R378k
Bonus
R0 - R30k
Total Pay
R204k - R409k
(last updated Mar 28 2019)
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Common Health Benefits for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Medical
33%
None
67%

Gender Breakdown for Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)s

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 1 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)s

What is the highest pay for Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)s?

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How can Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) that oversees more junior Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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