Registered nurse directory
Find Registered Nurses
Search the HealthcareApex directory to find a Registered Nurse (RN) near you — by name, city, state, license, or specialty. Every listing is built on verified, publicly available license data.
Find registered nurses by specialty
Registered nurses work across nearly every care setting. Search by the specialty that matches your needs.
ICU Nurses
Critical care RNs who manage ventilators, vasopressors, hemodynamic monitoring, and multi-system failure in intensive care units — medical ICU, surgical ICU, cardiac ICU, and neuro ICU.
ER Nurses
Emergency department RNs who triage, stabilize, and manage trauma, cardiac events, respiratory distress, and acute medical presentations under high-acuity, fast-paced conditions.
Home Health Nurses
RNs who deliver skilled nursing care in patients' homes — wound care, IV therapy, medication management, patient education, and care coordination for chronic and post-acute conditions.
Case Management Nurses
RNs who coordinate care across settings, ensure continuity, advocate for resources, and help patients navigate complex treatment plans — especially in CCM, hospice, and hospital-based case management.
Travel Nurses
Registered nurses who take short-term assignments across the country to fill staffing gaps in high-need units — ICU, ER, med-surg, OR, and telemetry — often through staffing agencies.
School Nurses
RNs who manage student health in K–12 and university settings — chronic condition monitoring, medication administration, immunization compliance, and emergency response.
Occupational Health Nurses
RNs who protect worker health and safety — injury assessment, OSHA compliance, return-to-work planning, wellness programs, and workplace hazard identification.
Telehealth Nurses
RNs who deliver remote patient assessment, triage, chronic disease coaching, and follow-up care via video and phone — increasingly vital for rural access and post-discharge support.
How to find a registered nurse
Five practical steps to find a Registered Nurse who fits your location, specialty, and care needs.
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Search by name or RN credential
Enter a first and last name into the HealthcareApex nurse directory, or filter specifically for the RN credential. You can also search by middle initial or known previous name.
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Filter by city, state, or ZIP code
Registered nurses are licensed by individual state boards. Narrow your search to the metro area, county, or state where care is needed.
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Filter by specialty or setting
Choose from ICU, ER, home health, case management, travel nursing, school nursing, occupational health, and more to match the nurse's expertise with your needs.
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Confirm license status
Click through to the state board of nursing or Nursys to verify the RN's license is active, current, and free of disciplinary action.
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Contact through verified channels
Reach out via the directory's verified contact method or through the nurse's employer or staffing agency — never through scraped or purchased contact lists.
License verification steps
Always confirm an RN's license is active and in good standing before hiring or accepting care.
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State board of nursing license lookup
Every U.S. state board publishes a free RN license lookup. Search by name or license number to confirm credential, status, issue date, expiration, and any board actions.
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Nursys multistate verification
For RNs licensed in Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) states, Nursys.com confirms multistate privileges and license status across participating jurisdictions.
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Check specialty certifications
RN specialty credentials (CCRN, CEN, CHPN, CCM, ONC) are verified through the certifying body — AACN, ENA, NBCHPN, CCMC, or ONCC — not the state board.
About Registered Nurses
What is a registered nurse (RN)?+
A registered nurse is a licensed healthcare professional who has completed an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN), passed the NCLEX-RN exam, and holds an active license from a state board of nursing. RNs provide direct patient care, coordinate treatment, and educate patients and families.
How do I find a registered nurse near me?+
Use the HealthcareApex nurse directory to search by city, state, ZIP code, or specialty. You can also search by name if you know it. Always verify the RN's license through the state board or Nursys before hiring or accepting care.
What is the difference between an RN and an LPN?+
RNs complete a longer education program (ADN or BSN), pass the NCLEX-RN, and practice with a broader independent scope — including assessment, care planning, and IV therapy. LPNs complete a shorter practical nursing program, pass the NCLEX-PN, and work under RN or physician supervision with a more focused bedside and long-term care scope.
Can I hire a registered nurse for home care?+
Yes. Many families hire RNs directly or through home health agencies for skilled nursing visits, private duty shifts, or chronic disease management. Always verify the RN's license is active and confirm scope of practice for the tasks needed.
What specialties can I search for?+
HealthcareApex supports searches for ICU nurses, ER nurses, home health nurses, case management nurses, travel nurses, school nurses, occupational health nurses, telehealth nurses, and many more specialties and care settings.
How do I verify an RN's license?+
Use your state board of nursing's free license lookup or Nursys.com for multistate license holders. These are the authoritative sources for confirming an RN's credential, status, and any disciplinary history.
Disclaimer: HealthcareApex publishes directory listings and educational content based on verified, publicly available license data. We do not sell or distribute private contact lists. Always verify a nurse's license directly with the state board of nursing before any hiring or care decision.