Registered Nurse (RN) in North Carolina

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.

$86,093 NC Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
2–4 years Training

💰 Registered Nurse (RN) Salary in North Carolina

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

Entry
$61,000
Median
$86,093
Experienced
$116,000

🎓 Registered Nurse (RN) Licensing in North Carolina

Credential required: RN License (NCLEX-RN)

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

🏫 Registered Nurse (RN) Programs in North Carolina

Community College
⭐ 93

Wake Technical Community College

📍 Raleigh, NC

Largest community college in North Carolina. Nine campuses serving Wake County and surrounding areas. 300+ programs incl...

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Community College
⭐ 92

Central Piedmont Community College

📍 Charlotte, NC

Comprehensive six-campus system serving Charlotte-Mecklenburg. NATEF-accredited automotive program. Cardiovascular techn...

Nursing (RN)LPNCNADental HygieneRadiologic Technology
Community College
⭐ 91

Guilford Technical Community College

📍 Jamestown, NC

Serving the Triad with campuses in Jamestown, Greensboro, and High Point. Aviation campus with NDT programs. Comprehensi...

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