High-paying nursing jobs in Ankeny

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 349 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $44,411 and $107,390 per year. Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Nursing Assistant are among the most popular high-paying roles in Ankeny, IA.

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Updated Oct 28, 2026
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Ankeny, IA
Iowa
Job openings (Ankeny)

Nurse Practitioner

Ankeny

$107,390 per year

Iowa

$118,307 per year

Hospice Nurse

Ankeny

$85,353 per year

Iowa

$108,874 per year

Registered Nurse

Ankeny

$82,679 per year

Iowa

$118,077 per year

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Ankeny

$79,558 per year

Iowa

$81,194 per year

Licensed Practical Nurse

Ankeny

$32.70 per hour

Iowa

$33.84 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Ankeny

$19.73 per hour

Iowa

$20.49 per hour

Home Health Aide

Ankeny

$19.05 per hour

Iowa

$17.96 per hour

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