Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$47.65/hour
The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Illinois is $47.65 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $50.06.
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$47.65/hour
Illinois
5% lower than the US average.
$50.06/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?
Only Belleville, Illinois reports pay data for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses, averaging $50 per hour. Belleville, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Illinois average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $48 per hour — Belleville, Illinois pays 4% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville, Illinois | $50 | $58 |
How does the pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Wisconsin ($60) and Missouri ($49). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $70. For comparison, the Illinois average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $48 per hour — Minnesota pays 32% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $63 | $70 |
| Wisconsin | $60 | $65 |
| Missouri | $49 | $62 |
| Kansas | $48 | $59 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
| Ohio | $42 | $46 |
| Michigan | $36 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Illinois?
Maximum Healthcare Solutions pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Patterns Hiring - Perm ($45) and TK Health ($45). Patterns Hiring - Perm has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the Illinois average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $48 per hour — Maximum Healthcare Solutions pays 3% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Healthcare Solutions | $46 | $46 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $45 | $48 |
| TK Health | $45 | $45 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $43 | $46 |
| BJC HealthCare | $40 | $47 |
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Intermediate Care RN
- Alton Memorial Hospital
- Alton, IL
- Sign-On Bonus
$32-48/hour
Intermediate Care Unit RN
- Alton Memorial Hospital
- Alton, IL
- Sign-On Bonus
$32-48/hour
Acute and Intermediate Med/Surg RN
- Memorial Hospital Belleville
- Belleville, IL
- Sign-On Bonus
$30-47/hour
Stepdown Registered Nurse
- Medical Solutions Direct Hire
- Bloomington, IL
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
$34-51/hour
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