Med/Surg RN in Peoria, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Peoria, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,311/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $64.19
- Weekly
- $2,311
- Yearly (full-time)
- $120,172
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $64.19/hour — 39% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois ($46.15/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois right now
- 1,399 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois from 7 agencies, 370 of them in Peoria.
- Pay in these listings: $9.66 – $99.07/hour, median $60.83/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Illinois: $46.15/hour ($95,992/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($65.95/hour across 433 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel healthcare contract in Peoria, Illinois, as a Registered Nurse working 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. You will oversee a group of patients during your assigned shift, complete assessments, develop and update plans of care, provide nursing interventions, document care accurately, and respond to changing patient needs. This assignment is well suited for an RN who is comfortable taking ownership of overnight care while collaborating with the healthcare team and supporting safe, organized unit operations.
Weather
Peoria typically experiences crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with comfortable daytime conditions and colder evenings. Travelers can expect changing temperatures and should plan for layers when exploring the area between shifts.
Fun Things To Do
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Local Exploration: Enjoy Peoria’s downtown area, riverfront, restaurants, and local shops.
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Outdoor Recreation: Spend a day walking, hiking, or enjoying seasonal scenery in area parks.
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Day Trip: Visit a nearby community for local dining, shopping, and regional attractions.
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Day Trip: Take a scenic drive through the surrounding Illinois countryside and explore a nearby destination.
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Arts and Culture: Discover local museums, galleries, performances, and community events.
Job Specifics
City and State: Peoria, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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