High-paying nursing jobs in Chattanooga

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 442 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $37,162 and $111,547 per year. Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical, Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse are among the most popular high-paying roles in Chattanooga, TN.

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Updated Oct 28, 2026
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Chattanooga, TN
Tennessee
Job openings (Chattanooga)

Nurse Practitioner

Chattanooga

$111,547 per year

Tennessee

$120,455 per year

Advanced Practice Provider

Chattanooga

$110,279 per year

Tennessee

$121,683 per year

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Chattanooga

$1,948 per week

Tennessee

$2,146 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Chattanooga

$1,811 per week

Tennessee

$1,786 per week

Registered Nurse

Chattanooga

$1,787 per week

Tennessee

$1,930 per week

Travel Nurse

Chattanooga

$1,746 per week

Tennessee

$1,850 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Chattanooga

$1,739 per week

Tennessee

$1,832 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Chattanooga

$1,733 per week

Tennessee

$1,822 per week

Licensed Practical Nurse

Chattanooga

$29.08 per hour

Tennessee

$28.69 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Chattanooga

$16.45 per hour

Tennessee

$17.14 per hour

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