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 288 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $19.42 and $124 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 Jul 15, 2026
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Springfield, IL
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Advanced Practice Provider

Springfield

$124 per hour

Illinois

$59.47 per hour

Nurse Practitioner

Springfield

$140,378 per year

Illinois

$123,294 per year

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Springfield

$2,590 per week

Illinois

$2,442 per week

Registered Nurse

Springfield

$2,370 per week

Illinois

$1,638 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Springfield

$2,292 per week

Illinois

$2,179 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Springfield

$2,218 per week

Illinois

$2,191 per week

Registered Nurse - Infusion

Springfield

$50.28 per hour

Illinois

$47.41 per hour

Nurse Manager

Springfield

$95,383 per year

Illinois

$94,148 per year

Licensed Practical Nurse

Springfield

$31.31 per hour

Illinois

$33.42 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Springfield

$19.42 per hour

Illinois

$20.55 per hour

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