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Registered Nurses in South Dakota
A verified list of Registered Nurses (RNs) licensed in South Dakota. South Dakota RNs anchor Sanford Health, Avera, and Monument Health, with strong rural and Native American health-service representation. Every RN is cross-checked against the South Dakota Board of Nursing.
- Active RNs in state
- 13,700+
- Mean RN wage
- $65,750/yr
- Nursys lookup
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South Dakota Board of Nursing
Browse Registered Nurses in South Dakota
Verified South Dakota RNs available through HealthcareApex. Open any profile for license status and specialty experience.
We're expanding our verified RN listings in South Dakota. In the meantime, browse the national RN directory or neighboring states below.
RN specialties in South Dakota
Every nursing specialty rolls up to the RN license. Drill into the specialty you need.
Verify an RN license in South Dakota
Primary-source verification through the state board of nursing. Use this before hiring or referring.
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South Dakota Board of Nursing
Official RN license lookup for South Dakota.
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South Dakota participates in Nursys — verify compact licenses.
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Every nurse type in South Dakota
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How do I verify an RN license in South Dakota?
Use the South Dakota Board of Nursing primary-source verification portal, plus Nursys QuickConfirm for compact and multi-state licenses. Every RN listing on HealthcareApex links back to those primary sources.
Where do Registered Nurses work in South Dakota?
South Dakota RNs anchor Sanford Health, Avera, and Monument Health, with strong rural and Native American health-service representation.
How much do Registered Nurses earn in South Dakota?
The mean annual wage for RNs in South Dakota is roughly $65,750, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data. Shift differentials, specialty certifications, and travel-contract premiums can shift actual pay materially.
How many Registered Nurses practice in South Dakota?
Approximately 13,700 RNs currently hold an active license in South Dakota, based on the most recent South Dakota Board of Nursing and BLS reporting.