Registered Nurse Jobs in Chicago, IL

Registered Nurse jobs in Chicago are in strong demand, concentrated in the Medical District, Streeterville, and Hyde Park across hospital systems, academic medical centers, and long-term care. Employers hiring right now include Rush University Medical Center, Precision Scans, and SAINT MARY OF NAZARETH HOSPITAL. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles139+
Top employerRush University Medical Center
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBLS Certification
Companies hiring12

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Med/Surg - Oncology
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American Traveler
New 17h ago
Travel RN - Med/Surg - Oncology
American Traveler
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
501-1,000

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Pediatric PACU
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Travel RN - Pediatric PACU
American Traveler
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
501-1,000

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Rush University Medical Center
Ambulatory RN 2 - Internal Medicine General - Rush River North location!
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Rush University Medical Center
Added 1d ago
Ambulatory RN 2 - Internal Medicine General - Rush River North location!
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$37.5 - $62.21/hr
CPR Certification

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Rush University Medical Center
Registered Nurse 2, NSICU (nights)
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Rush University Medical Center
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Registered Nurse 2, NSICU (nights)
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$40.05 - $61.28/hr
BLS Certification

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Rush University Medical Center
Ambulatory RN 2 - Dermatology
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Rush University Medical Center
Added 1d ago
Ambulatory RN 2 - Dermatology
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$37.5 - $62.21/hr
CPR Certification

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Registered Nurse Job Market in Chicago

Who's Hiring

  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical Center33
  • Precision Scans
    Precision Scans20
  • SAINT MARY OF NAZARETH HOSPITAL
    SAINT MARY OF NAZARETH HOSPITAL20
  • American Traveler
    American Traveler13
  • Elevate Care
    Elevate Care7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

Registered Nurse Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a registered nurse job in Chicago?

The strongest entry point in Chicago is the city's dense concentration of large hospital systems and academic medical centers, which hire across nearly every specialty year-round. The Illinois Medical District on the Near West Side and Streeterville on the Magnificent Mile are the highest-volume hiring corridors. Candidates with ICU, emergency, or perioperative experience move fastest in this market, and bilingual nurses find added demand in Pilsen and Little Village community health settings.

Which companies hire registered nurses in Chicago?

Chicago registered nurse roles are posted by Rush University Medical Center, Precision Scans, and SAINT MARY OF NAZARETH HOSPITAL and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Chicago's employer mix includes major academic health systems, specialty hospitals, federally qualified health centers, and large outpatient clinic networks spread across the city and inner suburbs.

Are there remote registered nurse jobs in Chicago?

Yes, though remote work is limited for registered nurses since most roles require direct patient care. About 0% of registered nurse openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the niche but real demand in telehealth triage, utilization review, and care management. Chicago's large insurance carriers and managed care organizations based downtown post the most fully remote nursing positions.

How can I get a registered nurse job in Chicago with little or no experience?

New graduate residency programs at Chicago's large academic medical centers are the most realistic entry path, offering structured clinical onboarding across specialties like med-surg and progressive care. Community health centers and long-term care facilities in neighborhoods such as Austin, Roseland, and Englewood consistently hire new graduates and offer patient volume that builds experience quickly. Completing a preceptorship or clinical rotation at a target employer significantly improves your chances of a direct hire.

Which industries hire the most registered nurses in Chicago?

Most registered nurse openings in Chicago sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Chicago's status as a regional hub for specialty and trauma care, combined with its large insurer and managed care presence, drives sustained hiring well beyond typical metro markets.

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