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 730 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $42,530 and $131,301 per year. Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and State Tested Nursing Assistant are among the most popular high-paying roles in Dayton, OH.

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Updated Oct 27, 2026
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Dayton, OH
Ohio
Job openings (Dayton)

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Dayton

$2,402 per week

Ohio

$2,194 per week

Nurse Practitioner

Dayton

$121,725 per year

Ohio

$122,114 per year

Registered Nurse

Dayton

$2,158 per week

Ohio

$1,677 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Dayton

$2,122 per week

Ohio

$2,054 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Dayton

$1,992 per week

Ohio

$1,890 per week

Registered Nurse - Home Health

Dayton

$38.75 per hour

Ohio

$37.42 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dayton

$31.90 per hour

Ohio

$30.30 per hour

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Dayton

$1,185 per week

Ohio

$2,119 per week

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Dayton

$20.39 per hour

Ohio

$19.73 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Dayton

$18.83 per hour

Ohio

$19.33 per hour

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