Registered Nurse salary in Nebraska
The median registered nurse in Nebraska earns $38.95 an hour, or $81,020 a year. That’s $6.05 below the national median, ranking #37 of 51.
- Median hourly$38.95
- Median yearly$81,020
- Bottom 10% earn under$30.43/hr
- Top 10% earn over$48.80/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$39.85
- RNs employed24,180
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Nebraska, occupation 29-1141. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all RNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Nebraska
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $29.20/hr | $60,740/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $18.57/hr | $38,620/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $61.50/hr | $127,930/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open RN jobs in Nebraska
- Registered Nurse - Transition to Practice Program CoordinatorVeterans Health AdministrationOmaha, NE$66k–$140k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Nov 13, 2026
- Registered Nurse - RNHealogicsPapillion, NE$40.32–$49.26/hrRNFull-time
- Clinical Nurse Manager - RNHealogicsNorfolk, NE$75k–$101k/yrRNFull-time
- Registered Nurse - EndoscopyVeterans Health AdministrationOmaha, NE$66k–$140k/yrRNORFull-timeCloses Nov 9, 2026
- NurseForest ServiceMultiple locations (6)$75k–$97k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Nov 6, 2026
- Nurse (Outpatient)Indian Health ServiceMultiple locations (114)$73k–$110k/yrRNFlexible / otherSign-on bonusCloses Dec 31, 2026