High-paying nursing jobs in Downey

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 2,216 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $45,566 and $326,417 per year. Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse and Nursing Assistant are among the most popular high-paying roles in Downey, CA.

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Updated Sep 10, 2026
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Downey, CA
California
Job openings (Downey)

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Downey

$235 per hour

California

$169 per hour

Labor and Delivery Nurse

Downey

$3,296 per week

California

$2,775 per week

Registered Nurse - Nicu

Downey

$2,952 per week

California

$2,429 per week

Registered Nurse - Critical Care

Downey

$62.76 per hour

California

$59.70 per hour

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Downey

$2,411 per week

California

$2,295 per week

Registered Nurse

Downey

$55.69 per hour

California

$55.44 per hour

Licensed Vocational Nurse II

Downey

$35.61 per hour

California

$37.67 per hour

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Downey

$32.78 per hour

California

$36.41 per hour

Nursing Attendant

Downey

$30.95 per hour

California

$22.17 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Downey

$208 per day

California

$246 per day

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