High-paying nursing jobs in Winston-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 806 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $17.72 and $222 per hour. Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Nursing Assistant are among the most popular high-paying roles in Winston-Salem, NC.

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Updated Nov 06, 2026
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Winston-Salem, NC
North Carolina
Job openings (Winston-Salem)

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Winston-Salem

$222 per hour

North Carolina

$158 per hour

Nurse Practitioner

Winston-Salem

$114,990 per year

North Carolina

$120,679 per year

Registered Nurse

Winston-Salem

$1,964 per week

North Carolina

$1,985 per week

Travel Nurse

Winston-Salem

$1,863 per week

North Carolina

$1,922 per week

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Winston-Salem

$1,832 per week

North Carolina

$1,867 per week

Registered Nurse - Pediatrics

Winston-Salem

$1,826 per week

North Carolina

$2,071 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Winston-Salem

$1,800 per week

North Carolina

$1,846 per week

Nursing Supervisor

Winston-Salem

$44.07 per hour

North Carolina

$40.79 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse

Winston-Salem

$30.96 per hour

North Carolina

$32.97 per hour

Nursing Assistant

Winston-Salem

$17.72 per hour

North Carolina

$17.74 per hour

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