High-paying nursing jobs in DeKalb

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 246 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $49,028 and $170,670 per year. Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical Nurse are among the most popular high-paying roles in DeKalb, IL.

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Updated Oct 17, 2026
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DeKalb, IL
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Registered Nurse - Icu

DeKalb

$3,122 per week

Illinois

$2,214 per week

Registered Nurse - Home Health

DeKalb

$68.20 per hour

Illinois

$57.32 per hour

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

DeKalb

$54.42 per hour

Illinois

$74.94 per hour

Registered Nurse - Oncology

DeKalb

$2,070 per week

Illinois

$2,294 per week

Director of Nursing

DeKalb

$105,469 per year

Illinois

$102,126 per year

Nurse

DeKalb

$43.82 per hour

Illinois

$37.44 per hour

Nurse Manager

DeKalb

$90,247 per year

Illinois

$97,244 per year

Registered Nurse

DeKalb

$40.31 per hour

Illinois

$42.93 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse

DeKalb

$36.11 per hour

Illinois

$33.90 per hour

Nursing Assistant

DeKalb

$21.70 per hour

Illinois

$20.77 per hour

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