Registered Nurse (RN) in Arkansas

RNs are the backbone of American healthcare — they assess patients, administer medications, coordinate care plans, and advocate for patients across every setting from ICUs to schools. It's one of the most in-demand and recession-proof careers in existence.

$84,468 AR Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
2–4 years Training

💰 Registered Nurse (RN) Salary in Arkansas

Estimated salary range for Registered Nurse (RN)s in Arkansas, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$61,000
Median
$84,468
Experienced
$116,000

🎓 Registered Nurse (RN) Licensing in Arkansas

Credential required: RN License (NCLEX-RN)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Arkansas state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Registered Nurse (RN) Programs in Arkansas

Community College
⭐ 88

NorthWest Arkansas Community College

📍 Bentonville, AR

Serves the fast-growing NW Arkansas corridor (Bentonville, Rogers, Springdale). Strong culinary arts program at Brightwa...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNMedical AssistingHVACCulinary Arts
Technical College
⭐ 87

University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College

📍 North Little Rock, AR

Largest community/technical college in Arkansas serving the Little Rock metro. Comprehensive programs spanning healthcar...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNRadiologic TechnologySurgical TechnologyMedical Assisting
Community College
⭐ 82

South Arkansas Community College

📍 El Dorado, AR

Serves Union County in south Arkansas. Strong LPN and nursing programs; active workforce training for oil/gas sector....

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNMedical AssistingHVACWelding

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