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Registered Nurse jobs in Chicago, IL
Registered nurses assess patients, administer medications, and coordinate care in hospitals, clinics, and home settings. They work with physicians and families to carry out treatment plans.
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$32–$65/hr
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-7:30am, 12-Hour Shift Hospital: Resurrection Medical Center Location: Chicago, IL 60631 Responsibilities The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessm…
Job Summary: The Registered Nurse in Endoscopy/Perioperative is responsible for delivering skilled nursing care in a Level 1 Trauma Center environment. This role focuses on pre-operative admissions, administering moderat…
Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) in Ambulatory Care is responsible for delivering skilled nursing care to both adult and pediatric patients in outpatient settings. This role involves patient assessment, medication…
lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator is a registered professional nurse who demonstrates exemplary clinical research k…
$36.5 - $58.4 per hour
post-surgical patients at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Our nurses provide care to extremely complex surgical patients that have often... ...standards. Based on the NMH framework for practice, the registered profession…
$130 - $140 per hour
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - East Chicago, IN Compensation: $130 - $140 per hour DOE With a $20k sign-on bonus! Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts R…
$34.5 - $55.2 per hour
Increase and Incentive Bonus ~ Paid time off and Holiday pay Description ***SOLID ORGAN TRANSPLANT CLINIC*** The Registered Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethi…
$118.5 - $150.47 per hour
with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The ARPN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), in collaboration with staff anesthesiologists, provides hig…
$40.5 - $64.8 per hour
Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus ~ Paid time off and Holiday pay Description The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator is a registered professional nurse who demonstrates exemplary clinical research knowledge,…
ILLINOIS NURSING LICENSE APPLY ONLY We Care Hospice and Midwest Healthcare Providers, Inc. is a small business in HEALTH_CARE_MEDICAL... ...* Flexible working hours POSITION SUMMARY: The registered nurse plans, organizes…
$42 - $62.41 per hour
quality patient care to critically ill patients, through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, and Evaluation.... ...Qualifications Education ~ Graduate from an accredited Registered Nursing program.…
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What registered nurses earn in Chicago
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $32–$40 | $67k–$84k |
| Mid level | $40–$51 | $84k–$106k |
| Senior | $50–$65 | $103k–$135k |
Adjusted for the Chicago market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Patient assessmentMedication administrationElectronic health records (EHR)IV therapyCare planningBLS/ACLS certificationPatient educationClear documentationCalm under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Tell me about a time you caught a medication error before it reached a patient.
Walk through the situation factually: what you noticed, how you verified it, and who you escalated to. Emphasize the double-check habit, not blame.
How do you prioritize when several patients need you at once?
Describe a triage framework, such as airway and vital signs first, then time-sensitive medications. A concrete example from a busy shift lands better than theory.
Describe a difficult interaction with a patient's family and how you handled it.
Show that you listened first, acknowledged their fear, and set clear expectations. End with what the outcome was for the patient.
How do you handle a disagreement with a physician about a patient's care?
Employers want respectful advocacy. Describe stating your observation with data, asking questions, and using the chain of command when needed.
What do you do to prevent burnout on demanding units?
Be honest and specific: boundaries around shifts, debriefing with colleagues, or supervision. Self-awareness reads as maturity, not weakness.
How do you keep documentation accurate at the end of a long shift?
Mention charting in real time where possible and reviewing before handoff. Tie it to patient safety and legal accuracy rather than habit.
Why did you choose this specialty or unit?
Connect a real clinical experience to the unit's patient population. Interviewers are checking fit and staying power, not passion statements.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For registered nurses specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your RN license state, number status, and compact-state eligibility near the top, along with BLS, ACLS, or PALS certifications.
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Name the unit types and patient ratios you have worked, such as med-surg with 1:5 or ICU with 1:2, so recruiters can place you quickly.
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Quantify clinical scope: beds on the unit, EHR systems used (Epic, Cerner), and any charge nurse or preceptor shifts.
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Include specialty certifications like CCRN or CMSRN and the year earned; they often filter first-round screening.
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If you are a recent graduate, lead with clinical rotations, hours, and the settings where you trained.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Graduate Nurse
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Registered Nurse
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Charge Nurse
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Nurse Manager
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