High-paying nursing jobs in Memphis

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 691 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $16.79 and $155 per hour. Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical are among the most popular high-paying roles in Memphis, TN.

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Updated Oct 09, 2026
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Memphis, TN
Tennessee
Job openings (Memphis)

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Memphis

$155 per hour

Tennessee

$136 per hour

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Memphis

$2,354 per week

Tennessee

$1,826 per week

Nurse Practitioner

Memphis

$118,780 per year

Tennessee

$120,392 per year

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Memphis

$2,238 per week

Tennessee

$2,151 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Memphis

$2,136 per week

Tennessee

$1,837 per week

Registered Nurse

Memphis

$2,134 per week

Tennessee

$1,930 per week

Registered Nurse - Oncology

Memphis

$2,052 per week

Tennessee

$2,020 per week

Nursing Supervisor

Memphis

$42.42 per hour

Tennessee

$37.35 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse

Memphis

$26.90 per hour

Tennessee

$28.69 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Memphis

$16.79 per hour

Tennessee

$17.14 per hour

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