Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana

Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Louisiana

The median wage for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana is $38.57 per hour ($80,226 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $53.50/hour, from $42.58 to $87.58. 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 Louisiana. Louisiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact state: if your primary state of residence is also a compact state, your multistate license lets you work here without a new license. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.

Agencies hiring for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana

Cities with the most Registered Nurse (RN) jobs

Alexandria (83), Shreveport (28), Marrero (25), Lafayette (15), Bossier City (12), New Orleans (10), Baton Rouge (9), Lake Charles (7), Houma (6), Metairie (6), Jefferson (4), Monroe (4)

FAQ

How much does a Registered Nurse (RN) make in Louisiana?

The median wage for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana is $38.57 per hour (about $80,226 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 $53.50 per hour.

How many Registered Nurse (RN) jobs are open in Louisiana?

222 Registered Nurse (RN) jobs from 6 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.

What license do I need?

You need an active nursing license that is valid in Louisiana. Louisiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact state: if your primary state of residence is also a compact state, your multistate license lets you work here without a new license. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.