High-paying nursing jobs in Dayton

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 925 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $42,908 and $137,513 per year. Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse and State Tested Nursing Assistant are among the most popular high-paying roles in Dayton, OH.

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Updated Sep 08, 2026
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Dayton, OH
Ohio
Job openings (Dayton)

Advanced Practice Provider

Dayton

$137,513 per year

Ohio

$131,633 per year

Nurse Practitioner

Dayton

$119,810 per year

Ohio

$122,352 per year

Registered Nurse

Dayton

$2,168 per week

Ohio

$1,662 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Dayton

$2,119 per week

Ohio

$2,033 per week

Hospice Nurse

Dayton

$86,665 per year

Ohio

$80,995 per year

Registered Nurse - Home Health

Dayton

$38.64 per hour

Ohio

$37.61 per hour

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Dayton

$1,265 per week

Ohio

$2,121 per week

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dayton

$31.55 per hour

Ohio

$30.30 per hour

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Dayton

$20.23 per hour

Ohio

$19.74 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Dayton

$19.00 per hour

Ohio

$19.37 per hour

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