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 748 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $42,486 and $131,918 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 Nov 01, 2026
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Dayton, OH
Ohio
Job openings (Dayton)

Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Dayton

$2,413 per week

Ohio

$2,105 per week

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Dayton

$2,375 per week

Ohio

$2,194 per week

Nurse Practitioner

Dayton

$121,725 per year

Ohio

$122,091 per year

Registered Nurse

Dayton

$2,165 per week

Ohio

$1,678 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Dayton

$2,154 per week

Ohio

$2,062 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Dayton

$2,021 per week

Ohio

$1,893 per week

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Dayton

$83,797 per year

Ohio

$81,414 per year

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dayton

$31.90 per hour

Ohio

$30.29 per hour

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Dayton

$20.39 per hour

Ohio

$19.72 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Dayton

$18.81 per hour

Ohio

$19.32 per hour

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