PermanentPosted today
Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department - Full Time
Essentia Health · Fargo, ND
$38.22–$57.33/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Healthcare jobs in North Dakota
114 open roles with published pay from 8 employers in North Dakota, the pay each profession gets here, the hospitals, the license rules and the tax picture, in one place.
- Compact stateNurse Licensure Compact
- AppliesState income tax on wages
- CentralTime zone
- 47hospitals in the CMS directory
- 114roles with published pay
- $42.29median pay per hour
- $22–$56typical published range
- 8employers hiring
RN postings in North Dakota carry a median of $43.66 per hour (about $90,813 a year), −9% against the US posted median of $47.81. That is #26 of 41 states with at least 10 RN postings.
CMS lists 47 hospitals in North Dakota across 42 cities, 45 of them acute care, critical access or children's hospitals. 7 of the 16 rated hospitals have 4 or 5 stars.
North Dakota is in the Nurse Licensure Compact and taxes wage income. Central time.
What healthcare pays in North Dakota
Pay by profession for North Dakota, with the source behind every figure.
| Profession | Typical range / hr | Median / hr | Per year | vs US | Based on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $34–$57 | $43.66 | $90,823 | −9% | 34 postings |
| Medical Assistant | $22–$33 | $27.15 | $56,472 | +4% | 10 postings |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $17–$26 | $22.04 | $45,843 | −4% | 8 postings |
| Physical Therapist | $36–$57 | $47.73 | $99,278 | −3% | 8 postings |
| Nurse Practitioner | $55–$80 | $68.91 | $143,333 | +2% | 6 postings |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $22–$33 | $27.15 | $56,472 | −14% | 5 postings |
| Surgical Technologist | $28–$43 | $35.50 | $73,840 | −5% | 4 postings |
| Patient Access Representative | $18–$27 | $22.04 | $45,843 | −10% | 4 postings |
| Dental Assistant | $23–$31 | $26.75 | $55,640 | +22% | 4 postings |
| Occupational Therapist | $35–$52 | $43.70 | $90,896 | −10% | 3 postings |
| Phlebotomist | $23–$34 | $29.50 | $61,360 | +28% | 3 postings |
| Clinical Social Worker | $30–$51 | $38.81 | $80,725 | −10% | 3 postings |
| Dentist | $100–$168 | $111.78 | $232,502 | +4% | 3 postings |
| Dental Hygienist | $46–$55 | $52.50 | $109,200 | −3% | 3 postings |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | $25–$33 | $29.43 | $61,214 | −11% | 78 wage offers in federal filings |
Postings: the range employers published, collected October 15, 2026. The range shown is the typical span, from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Wage offers in federal filings: employer-reported wage offers in PERM and LCA filings with the U.S. Department of Labor, decided July 2025 – June 2026. They are not job postings, and each is counted once. The comparison column is against the national figure measured the same way. Annual pay is hourly pay times 2,080 hours. Employer-by-employer tables and month-by-month history arrive with your Shift Report.
Hiring now in North Dakota
114 roles with published pay (94 permanent, 20 per diem). 97 were posted in the last 30 days.
PermanentPosted today
CT Technologist
Essentia Health · Fargo, ND
$33.94–$50.91/ hour
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PermanentPosted today
LPN or Medical Assistant - 40 Hours Weekly - Pediatric Clinic
Essentia Health · Fargo, ND
$21.72–$32.58/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted today
Patient Access Representative
Essentia Health · Jamestown, ND
$17.63–$26.45/ hour
New this week
PermanentPosted today
Nursing Assistant (NA)/TeleSitter - Cardiac Telemetry - Part Time
Essentia Health · Fargo, ND
$17.63–$26.45/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted yesterday
Registered Nurse - Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Care Manager
Veterans Health Administration · Fargo, ND
$65k–$112k/ year
New this week
PermanentPosted today
Registered Nurse - RN
Fresenius Medical Care · Mitchellville, ND
$33.00–$56.00/ hour
New this week
PermanentPosted today
LPN or Medical Assistant - Part Time Flex - Pediatric Clinic
Essentia Health · Fargo, ND
$21.72–$32.58/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted today
Licensed Practical Nurse Or Certified Medical Assistant - Walk In Clinic - Full Time
Essentia Health · Bismarck, ND
$21.72–$32.58/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted today
Patient Access Representative
Essentia Health · Bismarck, ND
$17.63–$26.45/ hour
New this week
PermanentPosted yesterday
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Veterans Health Administration · Fargo, ND
$72k–$121k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
Per diemPosted yesterday
Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health - Casual
Essentia Health · Fargo, ND
$36.01–$54.02/ hour
New this week
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Who is hiring in North Dakota
Employers with the most roles carrying published pay.
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hr | Most hired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essentia Health | 48 | $42.42 | Medical Assistant (9), RN (8) |
| CommonSpirit Health | 40 | $40.63 | RN (22), LPN / LVN (3) |
| Veterans Health Administration | 11 | $45.92 | RN (3), Nurse Leader (1) |
| Aspen Dental | 10 | $48.75 | Dentist (3), Hygienist (3) |
| Premise Health | 2 | $30.25 | Phlebotomist (2) |
| Fresenius Medical Care | 1 | $44.50 | RN (1) |
| Indian Health Service | 1 | $79.43 | Pharmacist (1) |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 1 | $49.49 | Social Worker (1) |
Employers reporting wage offers in North Dakota
| Employer | Wage offers | Median / hr | Professions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford | 11 | $24.04 | Lab Scientist (9), RN (1) |
| Trinity Health | 7 | $33.58 | Lab Scientist (5), CNA (1) |
| Sanford Health | 7 | $27.66 | Lab Scientist (7) |
| Altru Health System | 6 | $36.54 | RN (3), Lab Scientist (3) |
| Mercy Medical Center | 5 | $33.68 | Lab Scientist (5) |
| Sanford Bismarck | 5 | $30.61 | Lab Scientist (5) |
| St. Luke's Homes, Inc. | 3 | $39.57 | RN (3) |
| Mountrail Bethel Home | 3 | $35.84 | RN (3) |
Employer-reported wage offers in PERM and LCA filings with the U.S. Department of Labor, decided July 2025 – June 2026. These are wage offers, not job postings, and staffing firms appear alongside hospitals.
Cities in North Dakota
| City | Roles | Median pay / hr | Most hired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo | 53 | $42.42 | RN |
| Bismarck | 24 | $35.77 | RN |
| Dickinson | 11 | $40.37 | RN |
| Williston | 9 | $44.30 | RN |
| Minot | 5 | $63.35 | Dentist |
| Grand Forks | 3 | $45.92 | PT |
City guides
Pay by city
Hospitals in North Dakota
How North Dakota's hospital market is built.
- 47hospitals listed by CMS
- 45with emergency services
- 11Birthing-Friendly designated
- 7rated 4 or 5 stars
By type
- Critical access: 37
- Acute care: 8
- Psychiatric: 2
By ownership
- Nonprofit: 40
- Government and federal: 6
- For-profit: 1
Where the hospitals are
| City | Hospitals | Rated 4+ stars |
|---|---|---|
| Fargo | 4 | 2 |
| Bismarck | 2 | 2 |
| Jamestown | 2 | 1 |
| Minot | 1 | 0 |
| Grand Forks | 1 | 0 |
| Belcourt | 1 | 0 |
| Tioga | 1 | 0 |
| Stanley | 1 | 0 |
Highest-rated hospitals
- Chi Mercy Health, Valley City · 5 of 5 stars
- Fargo Va Medical Center, Fargo · 5 of 5 stars
- Chi St Alexius Health, Bismarck · 4 of 5 stars
- Jamestown Regional Medical Center, Jamestown · 4 of 5 stars
- Sanford Medical Center Bismarck, Bismarck · 4 of 5 stars
- Sanford Medical Center Fargo, Fargo · 4 of 5 stars
- West River Regional Medical Center, Hettinger · 4 of 5 stars
Hospitals in North Dakota with open jobs nearby
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. This is a directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients. Star ratings are the CMS overall rating and cover acute care, critical access and children's hospitals that are rated.
Licensing in North Dakota
What the compact means here
North Dakota is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). A registered nurse or LPN/LVN whose primary state of residence is a compact state can hold one multistate license and practice in North Dakota without applying again. You still follow the nurse practice act of North Dakota, the state where the patient is.
If you are joining from another state
- Confirm that your home state is a compact state and that your license is multistate. Check the status on the license verification at Nursys or with your board.
- If you live in another compact state, you can start work in North Dakota on your multistate license. Your recruiter confirms the facility requirements before you accept.
- If you move your primary state of residence to North Dakota, you apply for a North Dakota license as your new home state. Ask the North Dakota board how long you may keep practicing on the old license while it processes.
- If your home state is not in the compact, apply for a North Dakota license by endorsement. Start before you accept a start date, because verification and background checks take time.
Other healthcare professions
Allied health, pharmacy, therapy, laboratory and imaging licenses and certifications are issued state by state and are not covered by the nurse compact. Some states accept national certification, others require their own license. Ask your recruiter which credential North Dakota requires for your role before you commit to dates.
Compact status changes as states implement the law. This reflects our records as of October 15, 2026. Confirm eligibility with the North Dakota board of nursing or at nursecompact.org before you accept a role. Nurse Licensure Compact guide · Compact license map · Our agency licenses
Taxes and take-home pay in North Dakota
North Dakota taxes wage income, and rates and rules change, so use the current rate from your state tax agency. Federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare apply on top. If you work here on a travel assignment, your tax home decides whether housing and meals stipends are tax-free, and that is a question for your tax professional. Put your own rates into the take-home pay calculator and the travel nurse pay calculator.
Working with Valorem Health in North Dakota
Email only, pay up front, and no cold calls.
- 1Tell us what and where
Your profession and a city in North Dakota. It takes a minute.
- 2Get your Shift Report
An email within 24 hours on business days, with pay at named employers and the roles open now.
- 3Reply to what fits
One click on a role. Nothing is submitted without your written OK.
- 4One recruiter, start to finish
The same person from the first email to the first shift. They write only after you reply.
Your recruiter in North Dakota
- Kayla Robinson, Recruiter, Travel Nursing
Neighboring states
Where a nurse working near the North Dakota line might also look.
| State | Compact | Wage tax | RN median / hr | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | Not in compact | Applies | $59.05 | 1,364 |
| Montana | Compact state | Applies | $54.72 | 17 |
| South Dakota | Compact state | None | $39.38 | 545 |
Common questions
Is North Dakota a compact nursing state?
North Dakota is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). A registered nurse or LPN/LVN whose primary state of residence is a compact state can hold one multistate license and practice in North Dakota without applying again. You still follow the nurse practice act of North Dakota, the state where the patient is. Check your own eligibility with your state board of nursing or at nursecompact.org.
How do I get a nursing license in North Dakota?
If you live in another compact state, your multistate license already lets you work here. Otherwise apply to the North Dakota board of nursing by endorsement: verify your licenses, complete the background check and plan on several weeks.
Does North Dakota tax wages?
Yes. North Dakota taxes wage income. Rates change, so check your state tax agency before you compare offers.
How much do RNs make in North Dakota?
The median RN pay is $43.66 per hour, about $90,813 a year, based on 34 RN postings with published pay. The typical range runs from $34 to $57 per hour.
How many hospitals are in North Dakota?
CMS lists 47 hospitals in North Dakota, 45 of them acute care, critical access or children's hospitals. Hospital facts on our pages come from the CMS Hospital General Information file.
Who is hiring in North Dakota?
8 employers published roles with pay in North Dakota, led by Essentia Health with 48. The list above shows the employers with the most roles.
Does Valorem Health place healthcare staff in North Dakota?
Yes. We place nurses, allied health professionals and hospital office staff in all 50 states and DC, including North Dakota. Your recruiter contacts you by email only, and only after you ask.
What does it cost me?
Nothing. Candidates never pay, because employers pay us. Your Shift Report is free and so is the recruiter who sends it.
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Your RN pay reportNorth Dakota · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Essentia HealthFargo, ND · 8 postings$47.77/ hr$36–$60
- Altru Health SystemGrand Forks, ND · 3 wage offers$47.50/ hr$35–$50
- Veterans Health AdministrationFargo, ND · 3 postings$46.38/ hr$35–$58
- CommonSpirit HealthDICKINSON, ND · 22 postings$42.29/ hr$26–$53
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$43.66High$57
34 RN postings with published pay in North Dakota, 28 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 34 RN roles
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department - Full TimePermanent$38.22–$57.33/ hour
- Registered Nurse - RNPermanent$33.00–$56.00/ hour
+ 32 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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