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Nursing jobs in Richmond, Virginia 2026
Metro-level context for Richmond — Virginia's statewide RN market, top hospitals hiring in the Richmond area, and how the EB-3 sponsorship landscape looks locally.
Metro population
1.3M
RN employed (est.)
11,800
State median salary
$93,850
State shortage
8,600
Top hospitals hiring in Richmond
- • VCU Medical Center
- • HCA Virginia
- • Bon Secours St. Mary's
Why Richmond for international nurses
Richmond is one of Virginia's largest RN markets with roughly 11,800 registered nurses employed. Virginia has a 8,600 nurse shortage (7% of demand). Median RN salary in the state is $93,850, translating to $81,382 in national purchasing power after cost of living adjustment.