NICU RN in Urbana, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Urbana, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,428/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $67.44
- Weekly
- $2,428
- Yearly (full-time)
- $126,256
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $67.44/hour — 46% 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, 178 of them in Urbana.
- 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 for a 13-week travel contract as a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) working 12-hour night shifts in Urbana, Illinois. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide neonatal care in a supportive environment, where you will be responsible for monitoring intake and output, assisting mothers with breastfeeding, and administering medications with precision using barcode scanning. Your evenings will be filled with meaningful patient interactions and collaborative rounds, all while experiencing the charm of Urbana's friendly community. The schedule ensures you are part of a close-knit team, delivering excellent care during those quiet, productive night hours.
Weather:
Expect generally mild weather with comfortable temperatures typical of this time of year. Urbana experiences warm days and cool evenings, creating a pleasant climate for both work and leisure activities.
Fun Things To Do:
- Urbana Botanical Gardens: Stroll through beautiful, seasonal gardens and enjoy native plant displays.
- Mahomet Aquifer Nature Trail (Day Trip): Explore scenic hiking trails and enjoy local wildlife in a peaceful outdoor setting.
- Carle Foundation Hospital Museum (Day Trip): Discover Urbana's medical history through engaging exhibits and preserved artifacts.
- Downtown Urbana Arts & Crafts Fair: Browse local artisans, food vendors, and enjoy live entertainment.
- Crystal Lake Park: Relax at this scenic park with fishing, biking, and picnic spots for the whole family.
Job Specifics:
Location: Urbana, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36
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