High-paying nursing jobs in Columbus

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 1,197 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $48,266 and $130,646 per year. Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical are among the most popular high-paying roles in Columbus, OH.

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Updated Aug 10, 2026
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Columbus, OH
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Job openings (Columbus)

Nurse Practitioner

Columbus

$81.94 per hour

Ohio

$90.54 per hour

Advanced Practice Provider

Columbus

$130,646 per year

Ohio

$131,668 per year

Registered Nurse

Columbus

$2,210 per week

Ohio

$1,656 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Columbus

$2,166 per week

Ohio

$2,023 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Columbus

$2,104 per week

Ohio

$2,118 per week

Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Columbus

$2,070 per week

Ohio

$2,080 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Columbus

$1,825 per week

Ohio

$1,862 per week

Registered Nurse - Home Health

Columbus

$38.94 per hour

Ohio

$37.82 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse

Columbus

$29.15 per hour

Ohio

$30.35 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Columbus

$21.37 per hour

Ohio

$19.38 per hour

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