ER RN in Rockford, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Rockford, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,973/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $54.81
- Weekly
- $1,973
- Yearly (full-time)
- $102,596
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $54.81/hour — 19% 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
- 1,443 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois from 7 agencies, 132 of them in Rockford.
- 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 ($66.72/hour across 445 jobs).
Job description
Join a travel healthcare contract in a high-acuity emergency department serving patients with conditions ranging from minor injuries to severe trauma, burns, strokes, and complex geriatric needs. You will care for a varied patient population that also includes pediatric cases, working alongside emergency physicians, advanced practice providers, emergency technicians, respiratory therapy, and a 24/7 charge nurse. The department includes a rapid medical evaluation area and supports a Level I trauma, burn, STEMI, and comprehensive stroke center. This assignment offers 12-hour night shifts, every-other-weekend scheduling, and no regular floating requirement.
Weather:
Rockford typically experiences crisp, cool days and chilly nights during this time of year, with changing leaves, occasional cloud cover, and a mix of dry days and light precipitation. Layers and a warm jacket are recommended for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
• Outdoor Adventure: Explore Rock Cut State Park’s trails, lakes, and scenic wooded areas.
• Local Culture: Visit the Anderson Japanese Gardens for peaceful landscapes and seasonal beauty.
• Arts and History: Tour the Rockford Art Museum and browse the surrounding downtown attractions.
• Day Trip: Spend a day in Galena exploring its historic downtown, shops, and restaurants.
• Day Trip: Visit Starved Rock State Park for canyons, waterfalls, and hiking along the Illinois River.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Rockford, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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