Current Nursing Workforce
As of December 5, 2024, the SDBON reported:
Actively Licensed Nurses
| Active Nurses | Number |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 19,937 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses | 2,742 |
| Certified Nurse Midwives | 58 |
| Certfied Nurse Practitioners | 2,615 |
| Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists | 555 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | 43 |
Actively Registered Nursing Assistants
| Active Registrants | Number |
|---|---|
| Certified Nurse Aides | 11,658 |
| Medication Aides | 4,537 |