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 our team for a 13-week travel assignment in the Intermediate Care of Beds unit in Rockford, Illinois. As a registered nurse in this role, you will provide skilled care for patients with conditions such as stroke, cardiac issues, sepsis, and post-surgical needs. Your responsibilities will include managing IV drips like Heparin and Cardizem, performing trach cares, and assisting with BiPAP and ventilator troubleshooting. It’s a chance to work in a busy, fast-paced environment with a supportive team, including charge nurses and CNAs, on 12-hour day shifts. This assignment immerses you in a specialized unit where your expertise makes a difference, and the schedule offers a mix of regular weekend rotations and holiday shifts.
Weather:
Typically, the weather around this time of year in Rockford features pleasantly mild temperatures with comfortable daytime conditions, making outdoor activities enjoyable. Expect a mix of sunny days and occasional light rain, creating a refreshing atmosphere for exploring the local scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
- Riverfront Park: Enjoy walking trails, a playground, and scenic views along the Rock River.
- Anderson Japanese Gardens: Visit these tranquil, beautifully landscaped gardens just a short drive away.
- Burpee Museum of Natural History: Discover local fossils, dinosaur exhibits, and engaging science displays.
- Magic Waters Waterpark: Have fun cooling off with water slides, wave pools, and lazy rivers during warm days.
- Lake Geneva Day Trip: Take a scenic drive to Lake Geneva for boating, lakeside dining, and relaxing beach time.
Job Specifics:
Location: Rockford, IL
Shift: 12-hour days, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Duration: 13 weeks, with 36 hours per week
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