Registered Nurse (RN) in Nebraska

RNs are the backbone of American healthcare — they assess patients, administer medications, coordinate care plans, and advocate for patients across every setting from ICUs to schools. It's one of the most in-demand and recession-proof careers in existence.

$74,722 NE Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
2–4 years Training

💰 Registered Nurse (RN) Salary in Nebraska

Estimated salary range for Registered Nurse (RN)s in Nebraska, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$61,000
Median
$74,722
Experienced
$116,000

🎓 Registered Nurse (RN) Licensing in Nebraska

Credential required: RN License (NCLEX-RN)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Nebraska state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Registered Nurse (RN) Programs in Nebraska

Community College
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Metropolitan Community College

📍 Omaha, NE

Omaha metro's largest community college with lowest tuition of any Nebraska public college. ASE-accredited automotive an...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneMedical AssistingSurgical TechnologyPharmacy Tech
Community College
⭐ 90

Southeast Community College

📍 Lincoln, NE

Nebraska's capital city community college with campuses in Lincoln, Beatrice, and Milford. 80+ programs with 96% of grad...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Medical AssistingRadiologic TechnologyHVACElectrical Technology
Community College
⭐ 85

Northeast Community College

📍 Norfolk, NE

Northeast Nebraska community college with among the lowest tuition in the state. Unique wind energy AAS and diploma prog...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Medical AssistingHVACElectrical TechnologyWelding

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