- Open jobs
- 75
- Agencies hiring
- 4
- Median pay in listings
- $56.75/hour
- Pay range
- $42.96 – $79.83/hour
- Median wage in District of Columbia (BLS)
- $49.30/hour
Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse
Med/Surg RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
NICU Respiratory Therapist in Washington, District Of Columbia
Registered Nurse - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - NICU
Registered Nurse - Med - Surg/Tele
Registered Nurse - Med - Surg/Tele
Telemetry RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
NICU RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
Telemetry RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
OR RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit - ICU
Registered Nurse - Med - Surg/Tele
Registered Nurse - Med - Surg/Tele
Telemetry RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
Telemetry RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
CVOR | Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse - PCU - Step Down - IMC
PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
ER Respiratory Therapist in Washington, District Of Columbia
PACU RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
L&D RN in Washington, District of Columbia
Registered Nurse (RN)-Labor and Delivery (L&D) | Other Area(s)
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab
CVPICU RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
Cath Lab RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit - ICU
ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery
Registered Nurse (RN) pay in District of Columbia
The median wage for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in District of Columbia is $49.30 per hour ($102,544 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $56.75/hour, from $42.96 to $79.83. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
You need an active nursing license that is valid in District of Columbia. District of Columbia is not a fully implemented Nurse Licensure Compact state, so a multistate (compact) license is not enough — you need a District of Columbia license or a temporary permit. Agencies usually help with the application and fees. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.
Agencies hiring for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in District of Columbia
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Atlas MedStaff | 37 | $56.33/hr |
| AHS Staffing | 28 | $58.23/hr |
| GHR Healthcare | 9 | $49.44/hr |
| Care Team Solutions | 1 | $55.89/hr |
Cities with the most Registered Nurse (RN) jobs
Washington (74), Washington Dc (1)
FAQ
How much does a Registered Nurse (RN) make in District of Columbia?
The median wage for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in District of Columbia is $49.30 per hour (about $102,544 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Registered Nurse (RN) jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $56.75 per hour.
How many Registered Nurse (RN) jobs are open in District of Columbia?
75 Registered Nurse (RN) jobs from 4 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
You need an active nursing license that is valid in District of Columbia. District of Columbia is not a fully implemented Nurse Licensure Compact state, so a multistate (compact) license is not enough — you need a District of Columbia license or a temporary permit. Agencies usually help with the application and fees. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.