Stepdown RN in Peoria, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Peoria, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,122/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 5, 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, 297 of them in Peoria.
- 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 as a travel nurse on a 13-week contract working 12-hour night shifts in Peoria, Illinois. You'll be providing vital support in a stepdown unit with 21 beds, caring for a diverse patient population including those with respiratory, neurological, surgical, and medical conditions such as COPD, CHF, Stroke, and post-op surgeries. Experience with ventilators, trachs, and titrating drips like Cardene, Cardizem, and Heparin is essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to refine ICU skills in a versatile, fast-paced environment while enjoying a flexible schedule and a guaranteed orientation period.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and comfortable weather around this time of year, with temperate days and cool evenings, perfect for exploring the local area after shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historical walking tour of Peoria’s downtown
- Visit the Peoria Riverfront Museum
- Day trip to Starved Rock State Park for hiking and picnicking
- Explore the scenic Illinois River at Upper Peoria Park
- Enjoy kayaking or paddleboarding on nearby lakes and waterways
Job Specifics:
Location: Peoria, IL
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
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