High-paying nursing jobs in Madison

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 499 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $49,866 and $144,364 per year. Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical Nurse are among the most popular high-paying roles in Madison, WI.

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Updated Aug 31, 2026
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Madison, WI
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Job openings (Madison)

Nurse Practitioner

Madison

$144,364 per year

Wisconsin

$119,999 per year

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Madison

$2,503 per week

Wisconsin

$2,443 per week

Registered Nurse - Pediatrics

Madison

$2,346 per week

Wisconsin

$2,362 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Madison

$2,297 per week

Wisconsin

$2,265 per week

Registered Nurse

Madison

$2,289 per week

Wisconsin

$2,270 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Madison

$2,215 per week

Wisconsin

$2,113 per week

Registered Nurse - Critical Care

Madison

$2,202 per week

Wisconsin

$2,165 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Madison

$2,136 per week

Wisconsin

$2,152 per week

Licensed Practical Nurse

Madison

$1,452 per week

Wisconsin

$1,175 per week

Nursing Assistant

Madison

$22.08 per hour

Wisconsin

$21.60 per hour

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