OR RN in Rockford, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Rockford, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,691/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $67.28
- Weekly
- $2,691
- Yearly (full-time)
- $139,932
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $67.28/hour — 46% 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, 40 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
- 1,397 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois from 7 agencies, 117 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 453 jobs).
Job description
Join a travel contract as an Operating Room Registered Nurse in Rockford, Illinois. This assignment is designed for an experienced OR nurse with strong circulating skills and expertise supporting orthopedic, neurological, and podiatric procedures. You will circulate four 10-hour shifts each week while participating in rotational call, including weekday, weekend, and holiday coverage. The role offers the opportunity to work across a varied surgical schedule and bring steady focus to each procedure from preparation through recovery handoff.
Weather:
Rockford typically has cool, crisp conditions at this time of year, with colorful foliage, comfortable daytime temperatures, and colder evenings. Occasional rain and changing conditions make layers and a light jacket useful for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
• Anderson Japanese Gardens: Walk through tranquil gardens, ponds, bridges, and seasonal landscapes in Rockford.
• Rock Cut State Park: Enjoy hiking, scenic views, fishing, and outdoor recreation just outside the city.
• Chicago Day Trip: Spend the day exploring museums, neighborhoods, dining, and waterfront attractions in Chicago.
• Galena Day Trip: Visit the historic downtown, browse local shops, and enjoy scenic views in this charming Illinois destination.
• Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens: Explore tropical displays, seasonal exhibits, and nearby walking paths along the Rock River.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Rockford, Illinois
Shift: 10-hour day shifts; 6:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m., with rotational weekday, weekend, and holiday call
Duration: 13 weeks, 40 hours per week
Requirements: AHA certifications required; RQI is not accepted
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