High-paying nursing jobs in Aurora

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 955 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $20.48 and $49.56 per hour. Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical Nurse are among the most popular high-paying roles in Aurora, IL.

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Updated Sep 21, 2026
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Aurora, IL
Illinois
Job openings (Aurora)

Advanced Practice Provider

Aurora

$69.24 per hour

Illinois

$77.50 per hour

Nurse Practitioner

Aurora

$135,292 per year

Illinois

$121,891 per year

Travel Nurse

Aurora

$1,997 per week

Illinois

$2,182 per week

Registered Nurse - Acute Care

Aurora

$49.56 per hour

Illinois

$37.85 per hour

Registered Nurse

Aurora

$39.17 per hour

Illinois

$42.73 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse

Aurora

$33.36 per hour

Illinois

$33.65 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Aurora

$20.48 per hour

Illinois

$20.67 per hour

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