School Nurse Jobs in Illinois

School Nurse jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Peoria, and Urbana and other Illinois metros, with employers like OSF HealthCare, Advocate Aurora Health, and Carle Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles559+
Top employerOSF HealthCare
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring133
Work type98% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Maxim Healthcare
School Nurse
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Maxim Healthcare
New 6h ago
School Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Cicero, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$30 - $45/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Maxim Healthcare
RN School Nurse
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Added 3d ago
RN School Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Gages Lake, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$40 - $50/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Maxim Healthcare
Certified School Nurse
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Added 2w ago
Certified School Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Lombard, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$50 - $56/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Maxim Healthcare
RN/LPN 1.1 School Nurse
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Added 2w ago
RN/LPN 1.1 School Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Alton, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$35 - $40/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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HealthPRO Heritage
Certified School Nurse
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HealthPRO Heritage
Added 3w ago
Certified School Nurse
HealthPRO Heritage
Highland Park, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$50/hr
On-Site
Other
10,000+

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School Nurse Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
106 jobs
Peoria
34 jobs
Urbana
31 jobs
Aurora
19 jobs
Elgin
17 jobs
Kankakee
15 jobs
Rockford
15 jobs
Park Ridge
14 jobs
Libertyville
12 jobs

School Nurse Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • OSF HealthCare
    OSF HealthCare89
  • Advocate Aurora Health
    Advocate Aurora Health77
  • Carle Health
    Carle Health50
  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical Center43
  • DaVita
    DaVita41

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services471
  • Education32
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals13
  • Insurance8
  • Consulting & Professional Services5

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in school nurse jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment
  • Current CPR and AED certification
  • School Nurse certification or credential required by the hiring state
  • Experience assessing and managing chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and seizure disorders
  • Familiarity with Individualized Education Program (IEP) and 504 health plan development
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in school settings

School Nurse Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many school nurse jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 559+ school nurse openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Peoria, and Urbana. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do school nurses make in Illinois?

School nurses 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 Illinois cities have the most school nurse jobs?

Chicago, Peoria, and Urbana have the most school nurse openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire school nurses in Illinois?

Employers hiring school nurses in Illinois include OSF HealthCare, Advocate Aurora Health, and Carle Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote school nurse jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 2% of school nurse openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for school nurse jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to school nurse jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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