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Nurses in New York
New York nurses anchor NewYork-Presbyterian, NYU Langone, Mount Sinai, and Northwell — the largest private employer of nurses in the state — with significant upstate roles at Rochester Regional and Albany Med.
Looking for RNs? See the Registered Nurses in New York directory →- Active nurses
- 195,400+
- Avg. RN salary
- $104,570/yr
- Cities covered
- 2+
- State board
- NY
New York State Board of Nursing
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Browse verified nurses in New York's top metro areas.
Top nursing specialties in New York
Highest-demand nursing roles across New York hospitals and health systems.
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All credentialed healthcare professionals in New York — nurses, therapists, and home-health teams.
Common questions about finding nurses in New York
How do I verify a nurse's license in New York?
Use the New York State Board of Nursing primary-source verification portal — and Nursys QuickConfirm for compact and multi-state licenses. Our directory cross-references these sources but does not replace legal primary-source verification.
How many nurses practice in New York?
Approximately 195,400 registered nurses currently hold an active license in New York, based on the most recent state board and BLS reporting.
What is the average RN salary in New York?
The mean annual wage for registered nurses in New York is roughly $104,570, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data. Hospital, specialty, shift differential, and years of experience can shift actual pay materially.
Which nursing specialties are in highest demand in New York?
Hiring volume in New York is currently strongest in Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, ICU Nurses roles, with continued growth in travel and home-health placements.