Contract Nurse RN Jobs in Illinois
Contract Nurse RN jobs in Illinois are consistently in demand, with the state's large academic medical centers, community hospitals, and long-term care networks driving steady openings at every level from new graduate to experienced charge nurse. Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring, with major employers like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health, and OSF Healthcare maintaining ongoing contract staffing needs. The most sought-after specialties include critical care, medical-surgical, and emergency nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join our growing network of nurse assessors! The Helper Bees partners with insurance carriers and health plans to provide quality care and the right tools to keep older adults independent, healthy, and at home longer. We invite you to consider our per diem opportunity to earn supplemental income as an Independent Contracted Nurse. The assessments are completed face to face in the claimant’s homes.
- This is a 1099 contract position to earn supplemental income. You will need a portable computer with Windows or tablet with camera.
- In this role, you will complete in-depth cognitive and functional assessments with clients in their homes.
- You will complete structured assessments, focusing on accuracy and efficiency.
- You will be focused on observing and reporting the current status of the individual. You must remain objective.
- You will coordinate all scheduling with client or their point of contact using contact information provided to you.
- You will submit an assessment within 24 hours through an online application. Upon submission, our review team will reach out with any needed clarifications by telephone within 48 hours. An assessment is not considered complete until all clarifications are answered.
- You will be paid $125 per assessment within a 35 mile radius, upon completion of each assessment.
What we value in our candidates:
- A friendly, compassionate, dedicated, and patient personality.
- Prompt and thoughtful communication
- Quick learner of technology and current proficiency with computers
- Previous quality assurance or chart audit/review experience
- 5+ years as an RN-familiarity with a broad range of medications and conditions common in the geriatric population (current license required)
- Must have reliable internet for submitting assessments
What to Expect Next: Once you have completed the initial application form, you will be required to complete additional steps that enable our team to verify your license and provide our scheduling team with information for scheduling. Our scheduling team will reach when opportunity for work is available in your area. Due to the number of applicants, please utilize the hiring portal for all communication with the THB People Department. We will not be able to respond to calls directly to the office or the Contact Us form on our website.
Thank you!
Join our growing network of nurse assessors! The Helper Bees partners with insurance carriers and health plans to provide quality care and the right tools to keep older adults independent, healthy, and at home longer. We invite you to consider our per diem opportunity to earn supplemental income as an Independent Contracted Nurse. The assessments are completed face to face in the claimant’s homes.
- This is a 1099 contract position to earn supplemental income. You will need a portable computer with Windows or tablet with camera.
- In this role, you will complete in-depth cognitive and functional assessments with clients in their homes.
- You will complete structured assessments, focusing on accuracy and efficiency.
- You will be focused on observing and reporting the current status of the individual. You must remain objective.
- You will coordinate all scheduling with client or their point of contact using contact information provided to you.
- You will submit an assessment within 24 hours through an online application. Upon submission, our review team will reach out with any needed clarifications by telephone within 48 hours. An assessment is not considered complete until all clarifications are answered.
- You will be paid $125 per assessment within a 35 mile radius, upon completion of each assessment.
What we value in our candidates:
- A friendly, compassionate, dedicated, and patient personality.
- Prompt and thoughtful communication
- Quick learner of technology and current proficiency with computers
- Previous quality assurance or chart audit/review experience
- 5+ years as an RN-familiarity with a broad range of medications and conditions common in the geriatric population (current license required)
- Must have reliable internet for submitting assessments
What to Expect Next: Once you have completed the initial application form, you will be required to complete additional steps that enable our team to verify your license and provide our scheduling team with information for scheduling. Our scheduling team will reach when opportunity for work is available in your area. Due to the number of applicants, please utilize the hiring portal for all communication with the THB People Department. We will not be able to respond to calls directly to the office or the Contact Us form on our website.
Thank you!
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in contract nurse RN jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Registered Nurse license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Current BLS certification from an American Heart Association-approved provider
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Minimum one to two years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting
- Ability to comply with hospital credentialing, drug screening, and background check requirements
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
Contract Nurse RN Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a contract nurse rn in Illinois?
You become a contract nurse rn in Illinois by first earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, then passing the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain your Registered Nurse license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Once licensed, you can apply directly to contract nursing positions posted by Illinois hospital systems and healthcare staffing clients. Illinois is also a Nurse Licensure Compact member, so nurses licensed in other compact states may work in Illinois without obtaining a separate state license.
How much do contract nurse RNs make in Illinois?
Contract nurse RNs in Illinois earn a median of about $95,990 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,170 for the lowest 10% to over $118,190 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire contract nurse rns in Illinois?
Employers hiring contract nurse rns in Illinois right now include DiningRD, The Helper Bees, and Delfina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Large integrated health systems across the Chicago metro and downstate Illinois consistently post contract RN openings across specialties and shift types.
Which Illinois cities have the most contract nurse rn jobs?
Springfield, Henry, and Lacon have the most contract nurse rn openings in Illinois. Chicago leads by volume because of its concentration of major academic medical centers and Level I trauma hospitals, while Peoria and Springfield draw consistent demand from regional health systems like OSF Healthcare and HSHS that serve large downstate patient populations.
Are there remote contract nurse rn jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Contract nurse rn work is hands-on by nature and the large majority of openings require in-person patient care at a facility. About 10% of contract nurse rn openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in utilization review, case management, and telephonic triage rather than bedside nursing.
How can I get hired as a contract nurse rn in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a new-graduate nurse residency program, which large Illinois health systems like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health, and Rush University Medical Center run specifically for nurses without clinical work history. These programs combine structured orientation with mentorship and typically lead to a direct contract or staff role. Applying to medical-surgical or general telemetry units first is practical, as those floors hire more new graduates than specialty units. Holding an active Illinois RN license and a current BLS certification before applying gives you a clear advantage.
Where can I find and apply to contract nurse rn jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to contract nurse rn jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your specialty, shift preference, and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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