Current Nursing Workforce
As of May 8, 2025, the SDBON reported:
Actively Licensed Nurses
| Active Nurses | Number |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 20,028 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses | 2,743 |
| Certified Nurse Midwives | 62 |
| Certfied Nurse Practitioners | 2,726 |
| Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists | 551 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | 44 |
Actively Registered Nursing Assistants
| Active Registrants | Number |
|---|---|
| Certified Nurse Aides | 11,636 |
| Medication Aides | 4,558 |