L&D RN in Carbondale, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Carbondale, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,189/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $60.81
- Weekly
- $2,189
- Yearly (full-time)
- $113,828
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $60.81/hour — 32% 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, 18 of them in Carbondale.
- 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 Carbondale for a 13-week travel contract as a Labor and Delivery RN, working 12-hour night shifts. This role offers the chance to care for a lively obstetric unit that manages approximately 120 deliveries each month. Your expertise will contribute to high-acuity maternal care, including supporting cesarean sections and post-anesthesia recovery, in a setting that combines modern facilities with a sense of community. Night owls will find this opportunity rewarding, with the chance to work alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced, high-energy environment that keeps you engaged and focused on safe, evidence-based care.
Weather:
Typically, the weather around this time of year in Carbondale features mild to warm daytime temperatures with refreshing breezes, and cooler evenings that make for comfortable evenings after your shift. It's an ideal climate to enjoy outdoor activities and unwind after busy nights.
Fun Things To Do:
- Cave tours exploring the nearby Shawnee National Forest’s majestic caves
- Hiking and birdwatching in Giant City State Park
- Day trip to the historic town of Cairo, Illinois, with its scenic river views
- Visit the nearby Garden of the Gods for breathtaking rock formations
- Explore the vibrant arts scene and local eateries downtown Carbondale
Job Specifics:
Location: Carbondale, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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