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Nurses in Rhode Island
Rhode Island RNs serve Lifespan, Care New England, and the Providence VA, with most of the state's nursing workforce within a 30-minute commute of Providence.
Looking for RNs? See the Registered Nurses in Rhode Island directory →- Active nurses
- 12,200+
- Avg. RN salary
- $92,420/yr
- Cities covered
- Statewide
- State board
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Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration
Top nursing specialties in Rhode Island
Highest-demand nursing roles across Rhode Island hospitals and health systems.
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Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration
Official license verification portal for Rhode Island.
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All credentialed healthcare professionals in Rhode Island — nurses, therapists, and home-health teams.
Common questions about finding nurses in Rhode Island
How do I verify a nurse's license in Rhode Island?
Use the Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration primary-source verification portal — and Nursys QuickConfirm for compact and multi-state licenses. Our directory cross-references these sources but does not replace legal primary-source verification.
How many nurses practice in Rhode Island?
Approximately 12,200 registered nurses currently hold an active license in Rhode Island, based on the most recent state board and BLS reporting.
What is the average RN salary in Rhode Island?
The mean annual wage for registered nurses in Rhode Island is roughly $92,420, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data. Hospital, specialty, shift differential, and years of experience can shift actual pay materially.
Which nursing specialties are in highest demand in Rhode Island?
Hiring volume in Rhode Island is currently strongest in Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Travel Nurses roles, with continued growth in travel and home-health placements.