RNs work in doctor's offices, nursing homes, long-term care institutions, hospitals, clinics, government, and education. The majority of registered nurses work in hospitals, according to the BLS report on registered nurses. As of 2020, the following are the most common job areas for registered nurses:
Hospitals: 61%
Doctors’ offices, home health and outpatient care: 18%
Nursing care facilities: 6%
Government & Education: 8%