High-paying nursing jobs in Boulder

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 783 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $48,688 and $147,269 per year. Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical Nurse are among the most popular high-paying roles in Boulder, CO.

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Updated Oct 26, 2026
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Boulder, CO
Colorado
Job openings (Boulder)

Advanced Practice Provider

Boulder

$147,269 per year

Colorado

$122,228 per year

Nurse Practitioner

Boulder

$139,923 per year

Colorado

$123,629 per year

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Boulder

$2,627 per week

Colorado

$1,996 per week

Registered Nurse - Home Health

Boulder

$61.36 per hour

Colorado

$51.22 per hour

Labor and Delivery Nurse

Boulder

$2,232 per week

Colorado

$2,449 per week

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Boulder

$2,213 per week

Colorado

$2,227 per week

Registered Nurse

Boulder

$45.93 per hour

Colorado

$46.08 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse

Boulder

$36.73 per hour

Colorado

$35.17 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Boulder

$22.30 per hour

Colorado

$23.04 per hour

Qualified Medication Aide

Boulder

$20.92 per hour

Colorado

$20.13 per hour

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