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Nurses in South Dakota
South Dakota RNs anchor Sanford Health, Avera, and Monument Health, with strong rural and Native American health-service representation.
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- 13,700+
- Avg. RN salary
- $65,750/yr
- Cities covered
- Statewide
- State board
- SD
South Dakota Board of Nursing
Top nursing specialties in South Dakota
Highest-demand nursing roles across South Dakota hospitals and health systems.
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South Dakota Board of Nursing
Official license verification portal for South Dakota.
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All credentialed healthcare professionals in South Dakota — nurses, therapists, and home-health teams.
Common questions about finding nurses in South Dakota
How do I verify a nurse's license in South Dakota?
Use the South Dakota 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 South Dakota?
Approximately 13,700 registered nurses currently hold an active license in South Dakota, based on the most recent state board and BLS reporting.
What is the average RN salary in South Dakota?
The mean annual wage for registered nurses in South Dakota is roughly $65,750, 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 South Dakota?
Hiring volume in South Dakota is currently strongest in Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Travel Nurses roles, with continued growth in travel and home-health placements.