High-paying nursing jobs in Rapid City

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 259 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $52,708 and $162,102 per year. Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse and Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical are among the most popular high-paying roles in Rapid City, SD.

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Updated Nov 07, 2026
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Rapid City, SD
South Dakota
Job openings (Rapid City)

Nurse Practitioner

Rapid City

$162,102 per year

South Dakota

$156,817 per year

Advanced Practice Provider

Rapid City

$68.82 per hour

South Dakota

$48.40 per hour

Registered Nurse - Icu

Rapid City

$2,413 per week

South Dakota

$2,422 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Rapid City

$2,366 per week

South Dakota

$2,241 per week

Registered Nurse

Rapid City

$2,322 per week

South Dakota

$1,567 per week

Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Rapid City

$2,067 per week

South Dakota

$2,241 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Rapid City

$2,054 per week

South Dakota

$2,167 per week

Licensed Practical Nurse

Rapid City

$1,885 per week

South Dakota

$1,687 per week

Cardiac Nurse

Rapid City

$39.13 per hour

South Dakota

$39.13 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Rapid City

$23.33 per hour

South Dakota

$23.20 per hour

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