Nursing Jobs in Illinois
27 active nursing jobs across Illinois. Browse RN, LPN, travel nurse, ICU, ER, and per diem positions.
Illinois is an active nursing market with 27 positions currently on the board across major hubs across Illinois. Listings cover hospital, clinic, long-term care, home health, and travel-nurse contracts, with both staff RN and LPN openings updated daily. Travel nurses and staff RNs are in high demand at hospitals and healthcare systems statewide, with openings spanning travel nurse, staff nurse, per diem and registered nurse (rn). Schedules range from per diem and night shift to full-time staff and travel contracts of 8–13 weeks, with pay tied to specialty, experience, and shift differentials. ICU, ER, and med-surg roles consistently see the strongest demand. Browse jobs by city below or jump straight to a category to filter the listings. New positions are added daily as employers refresh their hiring feeds, so check back often or set up an alert to be notified when fresh Illinois nursing openings go live.
Average nursing pay — Illinois
Approximate market averages. Actual pay varies by employer, specialty, shift, and experience.
| Role | Avg annual | Avg weekly (travel) |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse (RN) | $82,000/yr | — |
| Travel Nurse | — | $2,250/week |
| LPN / LVN | $54,000/yr | — |
| CNA | $35,000/yr | — |
| Nurse Practitioner | $119,000/yr | — |
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Why nurse in Illinois?
Illinois offers a wide range of nursing opportunities across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, home health, and travel contracts. Whether you're an experienced RN, an LPN/LVN, a CNA, or a new graduate, employers across the state hire across day, night, and weekend shifts with competitive pay, shift differentials, and benefits.
Roles available
Nurses in Illinois can choose from Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Room, Per Diem and more. Each role offers different pay, schedule, and experience requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Illinois state license to work as a nurse here?+
Illinois is not currently a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses must hold a Illinois-issued RN or LPN license to practice in the state.
How much do registered nurses make in Illinois?+
Registered nurses in Illinois typically earn between $70,000 and $120,000 per year depending on specialty, shift, and experience. ICU, ER, and travel nurses earn at the top of that range, while new-grad and clinic RNs start closer to the lower end.
Are there travel nurse jobs available in Illinois?+
Yes — travel nursing contracts are widely available in Illinois, especially in ICU, ER, med-surg, and L&D. Weekly pay packages typically range from $1,800 to $3,200+ including stipends, with 8–13 week assignments at hospitals across the state.
Are there nursing jobs in Illinois for new grads or no-experience nurses?+
Yes. Many hospitals and long-term care facilities in Illinois hire new-grad RNs and offer paid nurse residency programs. CNA and LPN roles with on-the-job training are also available statewide.
How many active nursing jobs are listed in Illinois?+
There are currently 27 active nursing jobs in Illinois, updated daily across travel, staff, per-diem, RN, LPN, CNA, and nurse practitioner roles.