- Open jobs
- 1,628
- Agencies hiring
- 6
- Median pay in listings
- $51.58/hour
- Pay range
- $19.00 – $139/hour
- Median wage in North Carolina (BLS)
- $40.56/hour
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Registered Nurse (RN) pay in North Carolina
The median wage for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina is $40.56 per hour ($84,365 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $51.58/hour, from $19.00 to $139. 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 North Carolina. North Carolina 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 North Carolina
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| AHS Staffing | 479 | $56.20/hr |
| Atlas MedStaff | 338 | $50.69/hr |
| Health Advocates Network | 335 | $53.00/hr |
| Care Team Solutions | 224 | $47.28/hr |
| MAS Medical Staffing | 141 | $80.00/hr |
| GHR Healthcare | 111 | $50.42/hr |
Cities with the most Registered Nurse (RN) jobs
Asheville (781), Wilmington (174), Winston Salem (76), Greensboro (60), Shelby (46), Charlotte (41), Concord (39), Greenville (35), Wilson (32), Roanoke Rapids (30), Burlington (25), Salisbury (21)
FAQ
How much does a Registered Nurse (RN) make in North Carolina?
The median wage for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina is $40.56 per hour (about $84,365 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 $51.58 per hour.
How many Registered Nurse (RN) jobs are open in North Carolina?
1,628 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 North Carolina. North Carolina 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.