Emergency Room RN Jobs in Illinois

Emergency Room RN jobs in Illinois concentrate in hospital systems, Level I and II trauma centers, and large academic medical centers, with demand at every level from new graduate to senior charge nurse. Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria are the heaviest hiring metros, anchored by major systems like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health, and OSF HealthCare. The most in-demand specialties are trauma nursing, pediatric emergency care, and critical care crossover roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles37
Top employerVoyage Health
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring22
Work type100% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Advocate Aurora Health
Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Room
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Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Room
Advocate Aurora Health
Barrington, Illinois
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$38.2 - $57.3/hr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Travel RN Emergency Room
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Travel RN Emergency Room
Voyage Health
Mattoon, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$1,883 - $1,982/yr

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US Tech Solutions
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
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Emergency Room Registered Nurse
US Tech Solutions
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$56 - $58/hr
BLS Certification

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White Glove Placement, Inc.
RN Emergency Room
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RN Emergency Room
White Glove Placement, Inc.
Quincy, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
NRP Certification
1,001-5,000

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White Glove Placement, Inc.
RN Emergency Room
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White Glove Placement, Inc.
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RN Emergency Room
White Glove Placement, Inc.
Kankakee, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
NRP Certification
1,001-5,000

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Emergency Room RN Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
11 jobs
Rockford
3 jobs
Dixon
2 jobs
Maryville
2 jobs
Carlinville
2 jobs
Elgin
1 job
Salem
1 job
Harvey
1 job
Quincy
1 job

Emergency Room RN Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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Voyage Health5 open roles
OSF HealthCare
OSF HealthCare4 open roles
Advocate Aurora Health
Advocate Aurora Health4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in emergency room RN jobs across Illinois.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Current BLS and ACLS certification required at time of hire
  • Minimum one to two years of acute care or emergency department clinical experience
  • Certification in emergency nursing such as CEN preferred by most Illinois hospital systems
  • Demonstrated ability to triage patients using ESI or equivalent standardized scoring system
  • Experience with electronic health record platforms such as Epic or Cerner

Emergency Room RN Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a emergency room rn in Illinois?

You become an emergency room rn in Illinois by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN, and obtaining licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Illinois participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Illinois without a separate license. Most Illinois emergency departments then require or strongly prefer the Certified Emergency Nurse credential for advancement.

How much do emergency room RNs make in Illinois?

Emergency room 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 emergency room rns in Illinois?

Employers hiring emergency room rns in Illinois right now include Voyage Health, OSF HealthCare, and Advocate Aurora Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems, including those anchored in the Chicago metro and Peoria, consistently post emergency department openings at both urban trauma centers and suburban community hospitals throughout the year.

Which Illinois cities have the most emergency room rn jobs?

The cities with the most emergency room rn openings in Illinois are Chicago, Rockford, and Dixon. Chicago drives the largest share of listings due to its concentration of Level I trauma centers, academic medical centers, and large integrated health systems, while Rockford and Peoria generate steady volume through regional anchor institutions like OSF HealthCare and SwedishAmerican Health System that serve large surrounding catchment areas.

Are there remote emergency room rn jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Emergency room nursing is a hands-on clinical role that requires physical presence, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of emergency room rn openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to be in telephonic triage, nurse advice lines, or care coordination functions rather than direct bedside care.

How can I get hired as a emergency room rn in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to a new-graduate nurse residency program offered by large Illinois health systems such as Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health, or University of Illinois Health, which run structured cohorts specifically designed to transition new nurses into the emergency department. Candidates who hold a current Illinois RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and have completed emergency or critical care clinical rotations hold a clear edge. Lateral moves from med-surg, ICU, or flight nursing roles are also a common door into Illinois emergency departments.

Where can I find and apply to emergency room rn jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to emergency room rn jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from hospitals and health systems across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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