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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Saturday, May 16th 2026, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in Illinois is $33 per hour but can pay up to $59 per 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
Macomb, IL
3x12 hrs, Nights

$34-54/hour

Nights

3x12

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Dixon, IL
3x12 hrs, Nights

$34-51/hour

Nights

3x12

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Posted 9 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis

Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute
Byron, IL

$27-50/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis

Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute
Marengo, IL

$27-50/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics OR - Operating Room

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics OR - Operating Room

LifeStance Health
Chicago, IL

$26-50/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

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

$33-49/hour

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Acute Care

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Acute Care

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

$33-49/hour

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care

Alton Memorial Hospital
Alton, IL

$30-47/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Schaumburg, IL
3x12 hrs

$70K-85K/year

3x12

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Posted 2 days ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Northbrook, IL
3x12 hrs

$70K-85K/year

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Heartland Hospice
Buffalo Grove, IL

$65K-90K/year

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Elmhurst, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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Posted 2 days ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Naperville, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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Posted 2 days ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Mount Carmel, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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Posted 4 days ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Carlinville, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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Posted 4 days ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Marion, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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Posted 4 days ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Mount Vernon, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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Posted 5 days ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Mount Vernon, 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) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Graham Healthcare Group
Lisle, IL
5x8 hrs

$70K-85K/year

5x8

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Illinois Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$48.96/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Illinois is $48.96 per hour. This is 3% higher than the US average of $47.41.

Last updated on May 15, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Illinois Nursing Jobs FAQs

What employers have the most staff Registered Nursing jobs in Illinois?

The employers on Vivian that currently have the most staff Registered Nursing jobs in Illinois are BJC HealthCare (41), Graham Healthcare Group (30), and Medical Solutions Direct Hire (12).

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 local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, May 16th 2026, Vivian has 308 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $57 per hour on average, and up to $85 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, May 16th 2026, Vivian has 3,847 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,389 per hour on average, and up to $4,775 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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