PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in Rockford, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Rockford, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,122/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $58.94
- Weekly
- $2,122
- Yearly (full-time)
- $110,344
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $58.94/hour — 28% 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 us as a highly skilled Critical Care Registered Nurse in an Intermediate Care Unit that’s known for its focus on stroke, cardiac, and surgical patients. This 13-week contract places you on 12-hour night shifts, offering a unique chance to work in a fast-paced environment where your expertise with trach cares, Bipap, IV titrations, and titratable drips like Heparin and Cardizem will be fully utilized. Your role will be vital in managing complex cases with a nurse-patient ratio of 1:3-4, and you'll be supported by charge nurses and nursing assistants to ensure smooth operations. If you are passionate about making a difference during the night hours and enjoy a shift that keeps you engaged and challenged, this assignment could be your next rewarding chapter.
Weather:
Expect mild and variable weather surrounding this time of year, with comfortable temperatures that make outside activities pleasant and enjoyable.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Museum: Explore interactive exhibits and local art displays.
- Rockford Art Museum: Dive into contemporary and traditional artworks.
- Anderson Japanese Gardens: Enjoy a peaceful day walking through beautifully landscaped gardens.
- Midway Village & Museum Center: Discover local history and vintage amusement rides on a day trip.
- Oregon, IL: Take a scenic drive to this charming town renowned for its antique shops and river views.
Job Specifics:
Location: Rockford, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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