High-paying nursing jobs in Salem

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 216 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $57,277 and $172,728 per year. Nurse Practitioner, Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse are among the most popular high-paying roles in Salem, OR.

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Updated Oct 28, 2026
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Salem, OR
Oregon
Job openings (Salem)

Psychiatric-mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Salem

$172,728 per year

Oregon

$178,074 per year

Advanced Practice Provider

Salem

$153,161 per year

Oregon

$146,266 per year

Nurse Practitioner

Salem

$139,603 per year

Oregon

$140,505 per year

Registered Nurse - Home Health

Salem

$2,515 per week

Oregon

$2,536 per week

Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Salem

$2,307 per week

Oregon

$2,065 per week

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Salem

$2,257 per week

Oregon

$2,499 per week

Registered Nurse

Salem

$2,085 per week

Oregon

$2,123 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Salem

$2,021 per week

Oregon

$2,105 per week

Licensed Practical Nurse

Salem

$37.65 per hour

Oregon

$39.78 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Salem

$25.36 per hour

Oregon

$25.47 per hour

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