Nurse Jobs

Nurse jobs — RN, NP, travel, and specialty openings nationwide

Browse nurse jobs across every credential, specialty, and care setting. Each role links directly into the verified nurse directory so you can see who's hiring, where, and what credentials they need.

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$86,070

RN Mean Wage

$126,260

NP Mean Wage

San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara

Top-Paying Metro

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Job Categories

About this directory

The HealthcareApex nurse jobs hub centralizes openings across staff RN, advanced practice, travel, telehealth, home health, and long-term care employers. Every category below routes into the credential-verified directory so you can vet employers and competing candidates in one place.

Pay, certification, and license expectations are summarized inline. For state-by-state pay data, see the companion nurse salary guide.

By Employer

Who hires nurses?

The major employer categories actively recruiting credentialed nurses.

Hospitals & Health Systems

Magnet and teaching hospitals hiring across acute, perioperative, and critical care.

Travel Nurse Agencies

JCAHO-certified staffing partners with weekly pay and license reimbursement.

Home Health Agencies

Medicare-certified agencies hiring visiting RNs and LPNs.

Telehealth Companies

National telehealth platforms hiring multi-state licensed RNs and NPs.

Long-Term Care & Skilled Nursing

SNFs, memory care, and assisted living facilities hiring full-time and PRN.

Schools & Public Health

School districts and county health departments hiring RNs and NPs.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I find nurse jobs near me?+

Browse the role-specific directories below — RN, NP, travel, ICU, ER, home health, telehealth, pediatrics, oncology, and more — then filter by state or city to find openings near you.

What is the average salary for a nurse?+

The U.S. mean annual wage for registered nurses is roughly $86,070, with nurse practitioners averaging about $126,260 and CRNAs near $212,650. See our nurse salary guide for state and specialty breakdowns.

Which nursing specialties pay the most?+

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), nurse practitioners, and travel nurses on crisis contracts consistently top the pay charts. ICU, ER, and oncology RNs in high-cost metros also earn well above the national mean.

How do I become a travel nurse?+

Most agencies require an active RN license (Nurse Licensure Compact preferred), at least one to two years of acute-care experience in your specialty, BLS/ACLS, and a clean professional record. See our travel nurse guide for the full playbook.

Do I need a multi-state nursing license?+

If you hold a primary residence in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, your RN or LPN license is recognized across all 40+ compact states. Non-compact states require a separate license by endorsement.