PermanentPosted today
Pharmacy Technician
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Newport, RI
$51k–$67k/ year
New this week
Healthcare jobs in Rhode Island
39 open roles with published pay from 12 employers in Rhode Island, 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
- EasternTime zone
- 13hospitals in the CMS directory
- 39roles with published pay
- $47.61median pay per hour
- $32–$58typical published range
- 12employers hiring
RN postings in Rhode Island carry a median of $56.02 per hour (about $116,522 a year), +17% against the US posted median of $47.81.
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Rhode Island across 8 cities, 11 of them acute care, critical access or children's hospitals. 7 of the 11 rated hospitals have 4 or 5 stars.
Rhode Island is in the Nurse Licensure Compact and taxes wage income. Eastern time.
What healthcare pays in Rhode Island
Pay by profession for Rhode Island, with the source behind every figure.
| Profession | Typical range / hr | Median / hr | Per year | vs US | Based on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist | $38–$58 | $47.95 | $99,736 | −2% | 10 postings |
| Nurse Case Manager | $38–$57 | $47.61 | $99,029 | +1% | 5 postings |
| Dental Assistant | $23–$26 | $24.50 | $50,960 | +11% | 5 postings |
| Registered Nurse | $41–$77 | $56.02 | $116,532 | +17% | 4 postings |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | $39–$58 | $48.80 | $101,504 | −0% | 3 postings |
| Occupational Therapist | $35–$35 | $35.40 | $73,632 | −3% | 6 wage offers in federal filings |
| Dentist | $48–$90 | $83.38 | $173,430 | −7% | 6 wage offers in federal filings |
| Clinical Social Worker | $31–$31 | $31.30 | $65,104 | −8% | 3 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 Rhode Island
39 roles with published pay (31 permanent, 8 per diem). 23 were posted in the last 30 days.
PermanentPosted today
Dental Assistant
Veterans Health Administration · Providence, RI
$37k–$67k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
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PermanentPosted today
Phlebotomist
Labcorp · Providence, RI
$18.00–$23.00/ hour
New this week
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Registered Nurse (Inpatient)
Veterans Health Administration · Providence, RI
$88k–$160k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
RN Case Manager - KENT/WASHINGTON COUNTIES
Amedisys · Warwick, RI
$79k–$119k/ year
New this week
Per diemPosted 2 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Amedisys · Warwick, RI
$31.00–$37.00/ hour
New this week
PermanentPosted yesterday
Dental Assistant
ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers · Cranston, RI
$23.00–$25.00/ hour
New this week
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
RN Case Manager - WASHINGTON/SOUTH COUNTIES
Amedisys · Warwick, RI
$79k–$119k/ year
New this week
PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Physical Therapist
Amedisys · Warwick, RI
$117k–$132k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Physician Assistant
Genesis Healthcare · Middletown, RI
$116k–$133k/ year
New this week
PermanentPosted 6 days ago
REGISTERED NURSE (OUTPATIENT STAFF)
Veterans Health Administration · Providence, RI
$88k–$160k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 7 days ago
OT / Occupational Therapist - Home Health
BrightSpring Health Services · Providence, RI
$45.00–$57.00/ hour
New this week
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Who is hiring in Rhode Island
Employers with the most roles carrying published pay.
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hr | Most hired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys | 10 | $47.61 | Case Manager (5), LPN / LVN (1) |
| Mass General Brigham | 9 | $47.95 | PT (6), SLP (3) |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 5 | $52.50 | OT (1), LPN / LVN (1) |
| Veterans Health Administration | 3 | $59.55 | RN (2), Dental Assistant (1) |
| LifePoint Health | 3 | $43.50 | PT (2), OT (1) |
| ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers | 2 | $24.25 | Dental Assistant (2) |
| Aspen Dental | 2 | $24.25 | Dental Assistant (2) |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 1 | $28.43 | Pharm Tech (1) |
| Labcorp | 1 | $20.50 | Phlebotomist (1) |
| Genesis Healthcare | 1 | $59.86 | PA (1) |
Employers reporting wage offers in Rhode Island
| Employer | Wage offers | Median / hr | Professions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandison Management, Inc. | 9 | $35.40 | OT (6), PT (3) |
| Comprehensive Community Action, Inc. | 3 | $83.87 | Dentist (3) |
| O'Grady Peyton International | 2 | $38 | Lab Scientist (2) |
| Gateway Healthcare, Inc. | 1 | $31.30 | Social Worker (1) |
| Lifespan Corporation | 1 | $31.30 | Social Worker (1) |
| Lifespan Corporation, DBA Brown University Health | 1 | $31.30 | Social Worker (1) |
| AH Dental PC | 1 | $105.77 | Dentist (1) |
| Alpha Dental Center, PC | 1 | $48.08 | Dentist (1) |
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 Rhode Island
| City | Roles | Median pay / hr | Most hired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | 12 | $47.95 | RN |
| Warwick | 12 | $47.61 | Case Manager |
| Pawtucket | 4 | $48.80 | SLP |
City guides
Pay by city
Hospitals in Rhode Island
How Rhode Island's hospital market is built.
- 13hospitals listed by CMS
- 12with emergency services
- 5Birthing-Friendly designated
- 7rated 4 or 5 stars
By type
- Acute care: 11
- Psychiatric: 2
By ownership
- Nonprofit: 9
- For-profit: 3
- Government and federal: 1
Where the hospitals are
| City | Hospitals | Rated 4+ stars |
|---|---|---|
| Providence | 6 | 4 |
| North Providence | 1 | 0 |
| Newport | 1 | 1 |
| Wakefield | 1 | 1 |
| Warwick | 1 | 0 |
| Woonsocket | 1 | 0 |
| Westerly | 1 | 1 |
| East Providence | 1 | 0 |
Highest-rated hospitals
- Newport Hospital, Newport · 4 of 5 stars
- Providence Va Medical Center, Providence · 4 of 5 stars
- Rhode Island Hospital, Providence · 4 of 5 stars
- South County Hospital Inc, Wakefield · 4 of 5 stars
- The Miriam Hospital, Providence · 4 of 5 stars
- Westerly Hospital, Westerly · 4 of 5 stars
- Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island, Providence · 4 of 5 stars
Hospitals in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
What the compact means here
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island without applying again. You still follow the nurse practice act of Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island on your multistate license. Your recruiter confirms the facility requirements before you accept.
- If you move your primary state of residence to Rhode Island, you apply for a Rhode Island license as your new home state. Ask the Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
Email only, pay up front, and no cold calls.
- 1Tell us what and where
Your profession and a city in Rhode Island. 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 Rhode Island
- Lauren Fitzgerald, Senior Recruiter, Travel Nursing
Neighboring states
Where a nurse working near the Rhode Island line might also look.
| State | Compact | Wage tax | RN median / hr | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | Pending | Applies | $48.05 | 247 |
| Massachusetts | Pending | Applies | $56.69 | 2,160 |
Common questions
Is Rhode Island a compact nursing state?
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island without applying again. You still follow the nurse practice act of Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island?
If you live in another compact state, your multistate license already lets you work here. Otherwise apply to the Rhode Island board of nursing by endorsement: verify your licenses, complete the background check and plan on several weeks.
Does Rhode Island tax wages?
Yes. Rhode Island taxes wage income. Rates change, so check your state tax agency before you compare offers.
How much do RNs make in Rhode Island?
The median RN pay is $56.02 per hour, about $116,522 a year, based on 4 RN postings with published pay. The typical range runs from $39 to $77 per hour.
How many hospitals are in Rhode Island?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Rhode Island, 11 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 Rhode Island?
12 employers published roles with pay in Rhode Island, led by Amedisys with 10. The list above shows the employers with the most roles.
Does Valorem Health place healthcare staff in Rhode Island?
Yes. We place nurses, allied health professionals and hospital office staff in all 50 states and DC, including Rhode Island. 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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- 1Pay for your role at other hospitals
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Your RN pay reportTop-paying hospitals shown · your Rhode Island list by name comes with the full report
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationProvidence, RI · 2 postings$59.55/ hr$42–$77
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$108.25/ hr$94–$123
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 16 postings$106.18/ hr$59–$119
- Stanford Children's HealthPALO ALTO, CA · 8 postings$103.75/ hr$90–$113
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Rhode Island list
2What they are offering now
Low$39Median$56.02High$77
4 RN postings with published pay in Rhode Island, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 RN roles
- Registered Nurse (Inpatient)Permanent$88k–$160k/ year
- REGISTERED NURSE (OUTPATIENT STAFF)Permanent$88k–$160k/ year
+ 2 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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