ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Rockford, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Rockford, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,242/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $62.28
- Weekly
- $2,242
- Yearly (full-time)
- $116,584
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $62.28/hour — 35% 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
- 1,392 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois from 7 agencies, 144 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 ($65.50/hour across 425 jobs).
Job description
Join our team in Rockford for a 13-week contract as a critical care nurse in a fast-paced ICU setting. This assignment offers a unique opportunity to work with complex trauma, stroke, burns, and high-level surgical patients, managing ventilators, medication titrations, and advanced invasive lines. You'll experience the challenge and reward of critical thinking, all while surrounded by dedicated hospitalist teams and state-of-the-art equipment. The shifts are 12 hours at night, giving you ample time to explore the local sights or relax in your downtime. This is not your average ICU job; it’s a place where your skills truly make a difference in life-saving scenarios.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year tends to be mild and pleasant, with a comfortable mix of warm days and cooler evenings—perfect for outdoor activities and unwinding after a shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Park: Enjoy scenic walking trails, picnics, and outdoor concerts.
- Ancient Lake: A popular spot for fishing, kayaking, and relaxing by the water.
- Historic Downtown Tour: Explore local boutiques, cafes, and art galleries.
- Wineries Tour: Take a day trip to nearby vineyards for wine tastings and tours.
- State Nature Reserve: Venture out for hiking, bird watching, and enjoying nature's beauty.
Job Specifics:
Location: Rockford, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour night shifts
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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