Patient Care RN Jobs in Illinois

Patient Care RN jobs in Illinois are in high demand, concentrated across hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings, with openings at every level from new-graduate RNs through senior charge nurses. Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria account for the largest share of postings, driven by anchor employers like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and OSF HealthCare. Medical-surgical, intensive care, and cardiac units show the most consistent need statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerOptum
Top cityElgin, IL
Cities hiring8
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Gentiva
Hospice Patient Care RN Manager
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Hospice Patient Care RN Manager
Gentiva
Springfield, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$85k - $106k/yr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
Registered Nurse - Patient Aligned Care Team Care Manager
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US Department of Veterans Affairs
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Registered Nurse - Patient Aligned Care Team Care Manager
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Quincy, Illinois
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$69k - $115k/yr
On-Site
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Inspired Homecare
RN Patient Care Coordinator
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RN Patient Care Coordinator
Inspired Homecare
Wheaton, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$80 - $90/hr

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Memorial Health
Patient Care Leader (RN) - Acute Care
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Patient Care Leader (RN) - Acute Care
Memorial Health
Lincoln, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Human Resources
$39.15 - $62.64/hr
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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Advocate Aurora Health
Patient Care Leader (RN) - Labor and Delivery
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Patient Care Leader (RN) - Labor and Delivery
Advocate Aurora Health
Elgin, Illinois
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$41.1 - $61.65/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Patient Care RN Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Elgin
1 job
Peoria
1 job
Quincy
1 job
Lincoln
1 job
Red Bud
1 job
Wheaton
1 job
Evanston
1 job
Springfield
1 job

Patient Care RN Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

Optum
Optum1 open role
Gentiva
Gentiva1 open role
OSF HealthCare
OSF HealthCare1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in patient care RN jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois RN license issued or recognized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent approved provider
  • Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited nursing program
  • Minimum one year of acute care or clinical nursing experience for most hospital-based roles
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams

Patient Care RN Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a patient care rn in Illinois?

To become a patient care rn in Illinois, you must earn an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program, then pass the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain licensure. Licensing is issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which requires a completed application, exam score verification, and background check. Nurses licensed in other states may apply through endorsement rather than retaking the exam.

How much do patient care RNs make in Illinois?

Patient care 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 patient care rns in Illinois?

Employers hiring patient care rns in Illinois right now include Optum, Gentiva, and OSF HealthCare, 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 downstate regional medical centers, post consistently throughout the year across specialty units and shift types.

Which Illinois cities have the most patient care rn jobs?

Elgin, Peoria, and Quincy have the most patient care rn openings in Illinois. Chicago drives volume as the state's largest metro with flagship academic medical centers and community hospitals, while Rockford and Peoria generate steady demand through regional health systems like OSF HealthCare and Mercyhealth that serve large surrounding rural populations with limited nearby alternatives.

Are there remote patient care rn jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Direct patient care is inherently hands-on, so fully remote roles make up a small share of the total. About 0% of patient care rn openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve telephonic triage, care coordination, or utilization review rather than bedside clinical work.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to a nurse residency or new-graduate program run by large Illinois health systems such as Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, or University of Illinois Health, which are designed specifically for nurses with no post-licensure experience. Roles like patient care technician or nursing assistant within the same system give candidates a competitive edge by establishing familiarity with workflows and internal referrals. Holding a current Illinois RN license and BLS certification before applying is essential, and ACLS certification strengthens applications for acute care units.

Where can I find and apply to patient care rn jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to patient care rn jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Find the roles that fit your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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