- Open jobs
- 12
- Agencies hiring
- 3
- Median pay in listings
- $70.34/hour
- Median wage in Illinois (BLS)
- $62.83/hour
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Nurse Practitioner pay in Illinois
The median wage for Nurse Practitioner jobs in Illinois is $62.83 per hour ($130,686 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $70.34/hour. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
You need an active nursing license that is valid in Illinois. Illinois is not a fully implemented Nurse Licensure Compact state, so a multistate (compact) license is not enough — you need a Illinois license or a temporary permit. Agencies usually help with the application and fees. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.
Agencies hiring for Nurse Practitioner jobs in Illinois
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| CompHealth | 6 | — |
| Weatherby Healthcare | 5 | — |
| GHR Healthcare | 1 | $70.34/hr |
Cities with the most Nurse Practitioner jobs
Chicago (4), Normal (2), Mattoon (1), Moline (1), Urbana (1), Northern (1), Robinson (1), Lake Forest (1)
FAQ
How much does a Nurse Practitioner make in Illinois?
The median wage for Nurse Practitioner jobs in Illinois is $62.83 per hour (about $130,686 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Nurse Practitioner jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $70.34 per hour.
How many Nurse Practitioner jobs are open in Illinois?
12 Nurse Practitioner jobs from 3 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
You need an active nursing license that is valid in Illinois. Illinois is not a fully implemented Nurse Licensure Compact state, so a multistate (compact) license is not enough — you need a Illinois license or a temporary permit. Agencies usually help with the application and fees. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.