Registered Nurse Jobs in Alabama

Registered Nurse jobs in Alabama are in strong and steady demand, concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care, home health, and outpatient clinics, with openings ranging from new graduate positions to senior charge nurse and nurse manager roles. Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile are the busiest hiring metros, anchored by large systems such as UAB Health, Huntsville Hospital Health System, and Infirmary Health. The most consistent openings are in critical care, emergency nursing, and med-surg units across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles150+
Top employerUAB Medicine
Top cityBirmingham, AL
Cities hiring27
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Agape Care Group
Registered Nurse (RN)
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Agape Care Group
New 17h ago
Registered Nurse (RN)
Agape Care Group
Mobile, Alabama
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
1,001-5,000

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CenterWell
Home Health Registered Nurse
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CenterWell
New 20h ago
Home Health Registered Nurse
CenterWell
Birmingham, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$49 - $69/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Huntsville Hospital Health System
RN PRN 20P - Cardiology II 3W - 1st Shift
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Huntsville Hospital Health System
New 20h ago
RN PRN 20P - Cardiology II 3W - 1st Shift
Huntsville Hospital Health System
Huntsville, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Huntsville Hospital Health System
RN Staff - CVICU - FT - 3rd Shift
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Huntsville Hospital Health System
New 20h ago
RN Staff - CVICU - FT - 3rd Shift
Huntsville Hospital Health System
Huntsville, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Huntsville Hospital Health System
RN Weekend - Cardiology 4 - FT - 3rd Shift
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Huntsville Hospital Health System
New 20h ago
RN Weekend - Cardiology 4 - FT - 3rd Shift
Huntsville Hospital Health System
Huntsville, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
NRP Certification
10,000+

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Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Alabama

Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Birmingham
83 jobs
Pell City
9 jobs
Clanton
7 jobs
Mobile
6 jobs
Huntsville
6 jobs
Oneonta
5 jobs
Tuscaloosa
4 jobs
Cullman
3 jobs
Alabaster
3 jobs

Registered Nurse Job Market in Alabama

A snapshot from current Alabama openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • UAB Medicine
    UAB Medicine95
  • Baptist Health
    Baptist Health5
  • American Traveler
    American Traveler4
  • Huntsville Hospital Health System
    Huntsville Hospital Health System4
  • USA Health
    USA Health3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Alabama Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse jobs across Alabama.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Alabama Board of Nursing
  • Associate degree in nursing or Bachelor of Science in nursing from an accredited program
  • Current BLS certification required before start date
  • One or more years of acute care or specialty clinical experience preferred
  • Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, or on-call schedules as assigned

Registered Nurse Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered nurse in Alabama?

You become a registered nurse in Alabama by completing an accredited nursing program, passing the NCLEX-RN, and applying for licensure through the Alabama Board of Nursing. The board issues an Alabama RN license, which is required before you can practice in the state. Alabama participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses already licensed in another compact state can work in Alabama without obtaining a separate state license.

How much do registered nurses make in Alabama?

Registered nurses in Alabama earn a median of about $77,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,150 for the lowest 10% to over $98,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire registered nurses in Alabama?

Alabama registered nurse roles are posted by UAB Medicine, Baptist Health, and American Traveler and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring is especially active at large health systems and regional medical centers concentrated in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile.

Which Alabama cities have the most registered nurse jobs?

Birmingham, Pell City, and Clanton have the most registered nurse openings in Alabama. Birmingham leads because of the concentration of major academic medical centers and specialty hospitals there, while Huntsville's growth as a regional hub has expanded its hospital capacity, and Mobile anchors the Gulf Coast's healthcare network through established systems like Infirmary Health.

Are there remote registered nurse jobs in Alabama?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of registered nurse openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on bedside care dominates the field. The roles most likely to be remote are utilization review, case management, telephone triage, and health insurance clinical consulting.

How can I get hired as a registered nurse in Alabama with little or no experience?

New graduates have the best entry path through nurse residency programs, which large Alabama employers such as UAB Health, Huntsville Hospital, and DCH Health System run specifically for nurses without prior hospital experience. Applying for med-surg, telemetry, or post-surgical floor positions is the most realistic first step, as these units consistently hire new grads. Candidates who pass the NCLEX-RN and hold an active Alabama Board of Nursing license before applying are at a clear advantage over those still pending licensure.

Where can I find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Alabama?

You can find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current Alabama openings across hospital systems, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare employers. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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