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Nursing jobs in Nevada 2026

Vacancies, salaries, EB-3 demand and licensing — verified against BLS OEWS 2025 + HRSA NCHWA 2026.

RN Shortage
4,500
High 8.9%
Median Annual Salary
$105,710
$50.82/hr
COL-Adjusted
$92,593
COL index: 108
Compact State?
Yes
NLC multistate eligible

Key insight

In Nevada, there is a shortage of 4,500 registered nurses as of 2026 — 8.9% of the state's nursing workforce demand. Median RN salary is $105,710 per year. After cost of living adjustment, purchasing power equals $92,593 in national terms. This is a HIGH-priority EB-3 sponsorship state — international nurses are actively recruited here.

Top hiring cities

  • • Las Vegas
  • • Henderson
  • • Reno

State nursing board

Nevada State Board of Nursing
Endorsement fee: $135 · NCLEX attempts allowed: 8/year
Licensing portal