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 roles50
Top employerCompassus
Top cityBirmingham, AL
Cities hiring23
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Registered Nurse RN Home Health Pinson/Trussville
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Registered Nurse RN Home Health Pinson/Trussville
Compassus
Pell City, Alabama
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
5,001-10,000

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Registered Nurse 7/7 Home Health
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Registered Nurse 7/7 Home Health
Compassus
Birmingham, Alabama
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
5,001-10,000

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FLOWERS HOSPITAL
Dothan, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
NRP Certification

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RN - Case Manager - Outpatient Care Management - Flexi/PRN (850)
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RN - Case Manager - Outpatient Care Management - Flexi/PRN (850)
UAB Medicine
Birmingham, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$32.25 - $52.4/hr
PALS Certification
10,000+

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Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Alabama

Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Birmingham
15 jobs
Dothan
5 jobs
Northport
4 jobs
Madison
3 jobs
Huntsville
3 jobs
Mobile
2 jobs
Montgomery
2 jobs
Foley
1 job
Daphne
1 job

Registered Nurse Job Market in Alabama

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

Who's Hiring

Compassus5 open roles
UAB Medicine5 open roles
Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation4 open roles

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 Compassus, UAB Medicine, and Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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, Dothan, and Northport 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 October 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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