High-paying nursing jobs in Rockford

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 338 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $46,649 and $137,477 per year. Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical Nurse are among the most popular high-paying roles in Rockford, IL.

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Updated Sep 08, 2026
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Rockford, IL
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Job openings (Rockford)

Advanced Practice Provider

Rockford

$137,477 per year

Illinois

$122,476 per year

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Rockford

$2,513 per week

Illinois

$2,484 per week

Registered Nurse

Rockford

$2,297 per week

Illinois

$1,663 per week

Nurse Practitioner

Rockford

$118,707 per year

Illinois

$121,943 per year

Registered Nurse - Nicu

Rockford

$2,215 per week

Illinois

$2,379 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Rockford

$1,998 per week

Illinois

$2,123 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Rockford

$1,994 per week

Illinois

$2,180 per week

Clinical Nurse

Rockford

$1,626 per week

Illinois

$1,956 per week

Licensed Practical Nurse

Rockford

$31.58 per hour

Illinois

$33.55 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Rockford

$20.65 per hour

Illinois

$20.61 per hour

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