$38–$60/hr
School / Hospital ICU / Hospital
Nights · Weekends
RN license
Dedicated
Dental, Vision, Paid time off
Job Description
Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse! Hourly Pay Range: $36.00 - $55.80 Your pay will reflect your expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Registered Nurse - Inpatient Medical Neuro Unit and Neuro ICU (flexible between both units) Location: Northwest Community Hospital - Arlington Heights, IL
Schedule: Full Time, 36 hours/week Hours: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, with every other weekend required Travel: No required travel Your Role: As a Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in patient care. Here’s what you’ll be doing: Conducting thorough patient assessments and collecting health data from patients, families, and healthcare providers. Coordinating patient care plans to ensure interventions are safe, timely, and appropriate. Communicating effectively with patients and families, both in person and through written correspondence. Customizing patient and family education based on individual assessments to meet specific learning needs. Participating in quality improvement initiatives to evaluate and enhance nursing practices. Staying updated on current nursing standards, laws, and regulations. What You’ll Need: Prior nursing experience is preferred. Successful completion of an Associate's degree or BSN from an accredited nursing school. Current nursing licensure in the State of Illinois. Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association. ACLS certification within 3 months of hire. Why Join Us? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your career and well-being: Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan based on organizational performance. Premium pay options for shifts, on-call, holidays, and more. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunities for annual performance-based increases. Career Pathways for professional growth and development. Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Pet, and Vision plans. Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals. Free Parking for your convenience. Wellness Program Savings Plan to promote your health. Health Savings Account options. Retirement plans with company match. Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay. Opportunities for community involvement. About Us: At Endeavor Health, we are dedicated to providing quality, community-connected care to over 4.2 million residents across six counties in northeast Illinois. With more than 25,000 team members and 6,000 physicians, we strive to deliver transformative patient experiences across our 300+ locations and eight acute care hospitals, all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. When you join Endeavor Health, you become part of a culture that encourages you to achieve your career goals and maximize your professional potential. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive and pursue excellence together. Endeavor Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location & Routes
- Base city: Arlington Heights, IL
- Route type: Dedicated
Benefits & Bonuses
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid time off
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your nursing role
Requirements
Active RN license required.
1–2+ years of ICU/critical care experience.
BLS and ACLS required. CCRN preferred.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What ICU experience do I need?
Most ICU roles require 1–2 years of recent critical-care experience. Travel ICU contracts typically expect 2+ years. New grads can apply to ICU residency programs offered by many hospitals.
Which certifications are required?
BLS and ACLS are required. CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) is preferred and often comes with a pay differential.
What does the schedule look like?
Most ICU positions run three 12-hour shifts per week — either days (7a–7p) or nights (7p–7a) — with weekend and holiday rotations.
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Nursing Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL
Arlington Heights, Illinois is served by Northwestern Medicine, Rush, Advocate Health, and University of Chicago, giving nurses based here strong access to staff, per diem, and travel positions. Local employers in Arlington Heights regularly post openings across ER, ICU, oncology, and travel nurse roles, supported by Chicago-area academic medical centers; IL is not part of the NLC compact.
If you live in or near Arlington Heights, you can usually choose between a staff hospital position close to home or a travel/agency contract paying premium rates. Compensation in Illinois reflects Chicago-area academic medical centers; IL is not part of the NLC compact, and experienced RNs — especially with ICU, ER, or labor & delivery experience — see noticeably stronger offers from Arlington Heights-area employers.