Medscape RN/LPN Compensation Report 2026: Where Did the Growth Go? Tony Stasiek

https://www.medscape.com/p11/medscape-rn-lpn-compensation-report-2026-where-did-growth-go-2026a1001055 After several years of gains, compensation for registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) stalled in 2026, compared to Medscape's 2025 RN/LPN Compensation Report. Our survey of 3253 RNs and 1337 LPNs in the United States showed that compensation also may vary by setting, location, and employment arrangement. And by and large, a good number of nurses haven't necessarily considered their pay to match the value they provide.