- Open jobs
- 1,383
- Agencies hiring
- 7
- Median pay in listings
- $60.83/hour
- Pay range
- $9.66 – $99.07/hour
- Median wage in Illinois (BLS)
- $46.15/hour
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Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Illinois
The median wage for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois is $46.15 per hour ($95,992 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $60.83/hour, from $9.66 to $99.07. 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 Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| AHS Staffing | 425 | $65.50/hr |
| Atlas MedStaff | 303 | $58.94/hr |
| Care Team Solutions | 241 | $59.00/hr |
| GHR Healthcare | 209 | $59.17/hr |
| Health Advocates Network | 199 | $58.05/hr |
| NEXTAFF | 4 | $20.00/hr |
| MAS Medical Staffing | 2 | — |
Cities with the most Registered Nurse (RN) jobs
Peoria (297), Urbana (178), Rockford (144), Springfield (135), Chicago (59), Mattoon (53), Evanston (52), Naperville (45), Glenview (27), Harvey (23), Freeport (22), Elmhurst (22)
FAQ
How much does a Registered Nurse (RN) make in Illinois?
The median wage for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois is $46.15 per hour (about $95,992 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Registered Nurse (RN) jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $60.83 per hour.
How many Registered Nurse (RN) jobs are open in Illinois?
1,383 Registered Nurse (RN) jobs from 7 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.