Average Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary

$2,264/week

The average salary for a Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse in Illinois is $2,264 per week. This is 4% higher than the US average of $2,178.

Last updated on September 20, 2026. Based on 5 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages

$2,264/week

Illinois

4% higher than the US average.

$2,178/week

United States

How does the pay for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?

Iowa pays Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses the most, averaging $2,262 per week, followed by Wisconsin ($2,248) and Ohio ($2,149). Kentucky has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,620. For comparison, the Illinois average for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses is $2,264 per week, roughly in line with Iowa.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Iowa$2,262$2,400
Wisconsin$2,248$2,426
Ohio$2,149$2,227
Kentucky$2,126$2,620
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs in Illinois?

Talent4Health pays Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses the most, averaging $3,086 per week, followed by Triage Staffing ($2,270) and Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing ($2,153). For comparison, the Illinois average for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses is $2,264 per week — Talent4Health pays 36% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Talent4Health$3,086$3,086
Triage Staffing$2,270$2,270
Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing$2,153$2,169
Coast Medical Service$1,658$1,658

Last updated on September 20, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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