High-paying nursing jobs in Tucson

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 810 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $46,457 and $135,110 per year. Registered Nurse, Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical and Nurse Practitioner are among the most popular high-paying roles in Tucson, AZ.

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Updated Oct 01, 2026
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Tucson, AZ
Arizona
Job openings (Tucson)

Nurse Practitioner

Tucson

$135,110 per year

Arizona

$136,004 per year

Registered Nurse - Home Health

Tucson

$2,228 per week

Arizona

$760 per week

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Tucson

$2,109 per week

Arizona

$2,261 per week

Registered Nurse

Tucson

$2,098 per week

Arizona

$1,699 per week

Travel Nurse

Tucson

$2,065 per week

Arizona

$2,164 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Tucson

$2,042 per week

Arizona

$2,027 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Tucson

$1,979 per week

Arizona

$2,094 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Tucson

$1,906 per week

Arizona

$2,189 per week

Licensed Practical Nurse

Tucson

$34.49 per hour

Arizona

$34.65 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Tucson

$20.57 per hour

Arizona

$20.37 per hour

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