How much do staff Registered Nursing jobs pay per hour in Illinois?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Saturday, December 20th 2025, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in Illinois is $32 per hour but can pay up to $56 per hour.

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School Nurse (RN)

RCM Healthcare Services
Chicago, IL

$26-50/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Peoria, IL
3x12 hrs

$33-49/hour

3x12

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View job details for Medical-Surgical RN (General Medicine)

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Medical-Surgical RN (General Medicine)

Core Medical-Perm
Peoria, IL
3x12 hrs

$32-49/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Elara Caring
Edwardsville, IL

$34-46/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Elara Caring
Mount Prospect, IL

$34-46/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Elara Caring
Oak Lawn, IL

$34-46/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Elara Caring
Des Plaines, IL

$34-46/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Elara Caring
Mount Prospect, IL

$34-46/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Elara Caring
Melrose Park, IL

$34-46/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Peoria, IL
3x12 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights

$61K-92K/year

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Evenings

Nights

3x12

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Posted 9 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Case Manager, Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Case Manager, Hospice

Elara Caring
Tinley Park, IL

$34-43/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Northbrook, IL
2x8 hrs

$32-41/hour

2x8

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Schaumburg, IL
2x8 hrs

$32-41/hour

2x8

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Lisle, IL
1x8 hrs

$32-41/hour

1x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Arlington Heights, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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Posted 4 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Grayslake, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Arlington Heights, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Northbrook, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Family First Homecare
Ramsey, IL
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$32-36/hour

Days

Nights

3x12

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Posted 10 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Insight Global
Rockfill, IL
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$30-35/hour

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

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Illinois Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$44.75/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Illinois is $44.75 per hour. This is 14% higher than the US average of $38.66.

Last updated on December 19, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Illinois Nursing Jobs FAQs

What are the Registered Nurse licensing requirements in Illinois?

You can find out the RN licensing and renewal requirements for new or experienced registered nurses at our Illinois RN Licensing guide.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, December 20th 2025, Vivian has 4 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $52 per hour on average and up to $57 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, December 20th 2025, Vivian has 390 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $56 per hour on average, and up to $86 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, December 20th 2025, Vivian has 5,061 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,364 per hour on average, and up to $4,287 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Is Illinois a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC)?

No, Illinois is not a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC).

How much does obtaining a nursing license in Illinois cost?

Cost to obtain a nursing license in Illinois varies from $50-$107.

How often do you need to renew your nursing license in Illinois?

Nursing license needs to be renewed every two years.

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