Peds RN in Peoria, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Peoria, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,122/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $58.94
- Weekly
- $2,122
- Yearly (full-time)
- $110,344
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $58.94/hour — 28% 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
- 1,334 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois from 7 agencies, 312 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 ($65.50/hour across 419 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a pediatric acute care team in Peoria as a Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel assignment. You will care for pediatric medical-surgical patients with a range of diagnoses, including hyperbilirubinemia, neurological conditions, diabetes, failure to thrive, cystic fibrosis, COVID-19, and orthopedic needs. This night-shift role offers 12-hour shifts, consistent support from charge and pediatric crisis nurses, and the opportunity to work across pediatric units when needed. Pediatric experience, BLS, and PALS are required. The assignment includes every-other-weekend coverage and may involve floating within the children's hospital, including mom/baby assignments for qualified travelers.
Weather
Peoria typically offers crisp, comfortable days around this time of year, with cooler evenings and colorful seasonal scenery. A light jacket and layers are useful for enjoying time outdoors.
Fun Things To Do
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Riverfront: Visit the Peoria Riverfront Museum and explore the nearby riverfront district.
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Scenic Drive: Take in the views along Grand View Drive and enjoy the surrounding parks.
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Nature: Hike the trails at Forest Park Nature Center.
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Day Trip: Spend a day exploring the trails and canyons at Starved Rock State Park.
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Day Trip: Visit Springfield for museums, historic sites, and local dining.
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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