Overtime Calculator
The Overtime Calculator computes nurse gross pay for overtime (1.5×) and double-time (2×) shifts under FLSA rules — showing regular, overtime, and total weekly earnings plus an annualized projection.
Calculate your gross pay including overtime (1.5×) and double-time (2×) under the FLSA. Enter hours worked in a single workweek.
FLSA requires 1.5× for hours over 40/week. California requires 1.5× over 8hrs/day + 2× over 12hrs/day. Adjust multipliers accordingly.
FLSA rules: US Department of Labor. California rules: CA Labor Code §510. Calculations are gross pay before tax.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is overtime required for nurses?
Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must receive 1.5× their regular rate for hours over 40 per workweek. California has stricter rules: 1.5× for hours over 8/day and over 40/week, plus 2× for hours over 12/day and for the 7th consecutive workday. Check your state labor laws for state-specific rules.
Are travel nurses eligible for overtime?
Yes — travel nurses are typically non-exempt W-2 employees and are entitled to FLSA overtime. However, overtime only applies to taxable hours worked, not to the non-taxable stipend portion of their pay package.
What is double-time (2×) in nursing?
Double-time is pay at twice the regular rate. California requires double-time for hours over 12/day and for the 7th consecutive workday (first 8 hours). Some union contracts and hospital policies may offer double-time in other circumstances. Federal FLSA does not require double-time.
How do mandatory overtime laws affect nurses?
Several states (including California, New York, and Washington) limit mandatory overtime for nurses. Employers cannot require nurses to work beyond scheduled shifts except in genuine emergencies. However, voluntary overtime is still subject to FLSA overtime pay rules.
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