High-paying nursing jobs in Durham

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 921 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $18.40 and $37.64 per hour. Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical Nurse are among the most popular high-paying roles in Durham, NC.

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Updated Sep 10, 2026
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Durham, NC
North Carolina
Job openings (Durham)

Advanced Practice Provider

Durham

$76.87 per hour

North Carolina

$56.90 per hour

Nurse Practitioner

Durham

$141,829 per year

North Carolina

$120,588 per year

Hospice Nurse

Durham

$2,291 per week

North Carolina

$1,967 per week

Registered Nurse - Home Health

Durham

$2,209 per week

North Carolina

$2,110 per week

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Durham

$2,205 per week

North Carolina

$2,072 per week

Registered Nurse - Pacu

Durham

$2,031 per week

North Carolina

$1,834 per week

Registered Nurse

Durham

$2,015 per week

North Carolina

$1,988 per week

Senior Clinical Nurse

Durham

$37.64 per hour

North Carolina

$16.36 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse

Durham

$34.00 per hour

North Carolina

$32.91 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Durham

$18.40 per hour

North Carolina

$17.73 per hour

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