High-paying nursing jobs in Alexandria

Nursing is caring for patients and managing healthcare. Nurses provide essential support by monitoring patient conditions and administering treatments. They need empathy, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to deliver quality care.


The 2,174 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $20.57 and $70.83 per hour. Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical Nurse are among the most popular high-paying roles in Alexandria, VA.

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Updated Nov 09, 2026
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Alexandria, VA
Virginia
Job openings (Alexandria)

Advanced Practice Provider

Alexandria

$70.83 per hour

Virginia

$69.67 per hour

Nurse Practitioner

Alexandria

$127,290 per year

Virginia

$127,817 per year

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Alexandria

$2,397 per week

Virginia

$2,360 per week

Travel Nurse

Alexandria

$2,119 per week

Virginia

$2,060 per week

Registered Nurse - Pacu

Alexandria

$2,097 per week

Virginia

$1,922 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Alexandria

$2,081 per week

Virginia

$2,046 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Alexandria

$2,022 per week

Virginia

$1,964 per week

Registered Nurse

Alexandria

$45.36 per hour

Virginia

$43.61 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse

Alexandria

$34.81 per hour

Virginia

$32.98 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Alexandria

$20.57 per hour

Virginia

$19.93 per hour

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