High-paying nursing jobs in Springfield

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 262 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $19.91 and $103 per hour. Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Nurse Practitioner are among the most popular high-paying roles in Springfield, IL.

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Updated Oct 18, 2026
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Springfield, IL
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Advanced Practice Provider

Springfield

$103 per hour

Illinois

$76.51 per hour

Nurse Practitioner

Springfield

$136,784 per year

Illinois

$121,454 per year

Registered Nurse

Springfield

$2,346 per week

Illinois

$1,676 per week

Travel Nurse

Springfield

$2,213 per week

Illinois

$2,184 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Springfield

$2,136 per week

Illinois

$2,169 per week

Nurse Manager

Springfield

$92,978 per year

Illinois

$97,378 per year

Registered Nurse - Home Health

Springfield

$91,979 per year

Illinois

$106,085 per year

Hospice Nurse

Springfield

$83,399 per year

Illinois

$87,108 per year

Licensed Practical Nurse

Springfield

$31.51 per hour

Illinois

$33.90 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Springfield

$19.91 per hour

Illinois

$20.77 per hour

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