Emergency Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Chicago for RNs

Find Top RN Emergency Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Chicago, Illinois

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top ER travel nurse jobs in and around Chicago, Illinois. We currently offer 1 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Chicago area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Chicago’s ER nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

An ER nurse salary in the Chicago area is excellent.
As of Apr 1, 2025, the average Emergency Room travel nurse working in Chicago and surrounding areas earned about $1,699 weekly. Today you can find ER jobs with a salary range from $1,677 per week.

Chicago is a great location for ER travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Emergency Room Jobs in or near Chicago

We have 1 Emergency Room jobs in Chicago, IL and 8 Emergency Room travel jobs in Illinois, and 314 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Olympia Fields, Illinois – 60461
Distance from Chicago: 23 miles
12 N,
May 19, 2025
13

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Number of Beds -33 Number of Staff – 85 Type of staff: Day Shift – (example 1 charge, 3 RN, 2 CNA, and 1-3 sitters) -1 charge nurse,9 nurses, 3 PCT (CNA), 2 sitters Night Shift -1 charge nurse, 9 nurses, 3 PCT (CNA), 2 sitters Patient Ratios – 4:1 occasional 5:1 when critical comes in to trauma room Type of equipment – Philips monitors EMR -EPIC

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Kankakee, Illinois – 60901
Distance from Chicago: 52 miles
12 N,
May 26, 2025
13

$1,864 to $2,054

This outstanding unit is looking for the right ER RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Kankakee, Illinois – 60901
Distance from Chicago: 52 miles
12 N,
May 5, 2025
13

$1,864 to $2,054

This outstanding unit is looking for the right ER RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Freeport, Illinois – 61032
Distance from Chicago: 106 miles
12 D, 12 E,
May 27, 2025
13

$1,934 to $2,131

This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Muskegon, Michigan – 49443
Distance from Chicago: 119 miles
12 N,
May 19, 2025
13

$1,702 to $1,876

This Emergency Room (ER) unit boasts the latest in cutting-edge technology as well as a compassionate and effective patient care model. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative and energetic caregivers to join its team. In addition to working with an elite team, you can expect to work with cutting-edge equipment.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Urbana, Illinois – 61801
Distance from Chicago: 124 miles
12 E,
May 26, 2025
13

$2,022 to $2,229

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Fremont, Michigan – 49412
Distance from Chicago: 141 miles
12 N,
May 19, 2025
13

$2,020 to $2,226

All ages but mostly adults, medical and trauma, low acuity to critical care. Delivers nursing care responsibly and accountably as described professionally by the American Nurses Association (ANA) and legally by the State of Michigan. Demonstrates competency through the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. This includes assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Upholds the standards of professional performance as described by the ANA. This includes ethical practice, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice, professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. Strives to achieve optimal outcomes.

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travel Exclusive

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Rock Island, Illinois – 61201
Distance from Chicago: 151 miles
12 N,
May 16, 2025
13

$2,146 to $2,807

UnityPoint Health – Trinity is a regional integrated health care delivery system including four full-service hospitals in Rock Island and Moline, Illinois and Bettendorf and Muscatine, Iowa with a total of 555 licensed inpatient beds. UnityPoint Health – Trinity hospitals, clinics, home health care agency, mental health center and health sciences college employ more than 4,000 employees. Together, we are working toward physician-driven, patient-centered care to achieve our vision of delivering the best outcome for every patient, every time.

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travel Exclusive

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Rock Island, Illinois – 61201
Distance from Chicago: 151 miles
12 N,
May 19, 2025
13

$2,164 to $2,385

UnityPoint Health – Trinity is a regional integrated health care delivery system including four full-service hospitals in Rock Island and Moline, Illinois and Bettendorf and Muscatine, Iowa with a total of 555 licensed inpatient beds. UnityPoint Health – Trinity hospitals, clinics, home health care agency, mental health center and health sciences college employ more than 4,000 employees. Together, we are working toward physician-driven, patient-centered care to achieve our vision of delivering the best outcome for every patient, every time.

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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Dyersville, Iowa – 52040
Distance from Chicago: 183 miles
12 E,
May 16, 2025
13

$1,862 to $2,052

This Emergency Room (ER) unit boasts the latest in cutting-edge technology as well as a compassionate and effective patient care model. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative and energetic caregivers to join its team. In addition to working with an elite team, you can expect to work with cutting-edge equipment.

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travel Exclusive Compact State

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
Distance from Chicago: 206 miles
12 N,
June 2, 2025
13

$2,179 to $2,402

Magnet recognized! Founded in 1884, St. Luke’s is a 532-bed hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. St. Luke’s emergency department is open 24/7 and treats over 55,000 patients each year and the most cases of trauma in Iowa. St. Luke’s provides a Level III trauma center. St. Luke’s offers the most experienced hospital ER team in Cedar Rapids, who are specially trained to respond rapidly, appropriately and efficiently to any health care emergency.

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travel Exclusive Compact State

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
Distance from Chicago: 206 miles
12 E,
June 2, 2025
13

$2,179 to $2,402

Magnet recognized! Founded in 1884, St. Luke’s is a 532-bed hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. St. Luke’s emergency department is open 24/7 and treats over 55,000 patients each year and the most cases of trauma in Iowa. St. Luke’s provides a Level III trauma center. St. Luke’s offers the most experienced hospital ER team in Cedar Rapids, who are specially trained to respond rapidly, appropriately and efficiently to any health care emergency.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Grand Blanc, Michigan – 48439
Distance from Chicago: 218 miles
12 N,
May 26, 2025
12

$1,808 to $1,992

This outstanding unit is looking for the right ER RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Grand Blanc, Michigan – 48439
Distance from Chicago: 218 miles
12 N,
May 26, 2025
12

$1,349 to $1,487

This outstanding unit is looking for the right ER RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

West Bloomfield, Michigan – 48322
Distance from Chicago: 224 miles
12 N,
May 27, 2025
12

$1,817 to $2,003

This outstanding unit is looking for the right ER RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

West Bloomfield, Michigan – 48322
Distance from Chicago: 224 miles
12 D, 12 N,
May 27, 2025
12

$1,570 to $1,731

This outstanding unit is looking for the right ER RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Southfield, Michigan – 48075
Distance from Chicago: 231 miles
12 N,
May 13, 2025
12

$1,817 to $2,003

Provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to provide, delegate, supervise and document care and teaching of patients and family. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to health care team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions.

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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Cincinnati, Ohio – 45219
Distance from Chicago: 250 miles
12 N,
May 20, 2025
7

$1,622 to $1,788

Magnet Recognized! The Christ Hospital is ranked as the #1 Hospital in Greater Cincinnati and #3 in Ohio.

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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Cincinnati, Ohio – 45219
Distance from Chicago: 250 miles
12 D,
May 6, 2025
7

$1,622 to $1,788

Magnet Recognized! The Christ Hospital is ranked as the #1 Hospital in Greater Cincinnati and #3 in Ohio.

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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
Distance from Chicago: 268 miles
12 N,
May 16, 2025
13

$1,554 to $1,712

350 bed Level 1 Trauma center and Teaching hospital, Comprehensive Stroke Center.

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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
Distance from Chicago: 268 miles
12 N,
May 16, 2025
13

$1,554 to $1,712

Emergency Room RN needed for 350 bed Level 1 Trauma center and Teaching hospital, Comprehensive Stroke Center.

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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Columbus, Ohio – 43210
Distance from Chicago: 276 miles
12 D, 12 N,
June 16, 2025
13

$1,567 to $1,727

Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital, is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities. As the cancer program’s adult patient-care component, The James is one of the top cancer hospitals in the nation as ranked by U.S. News & World Report for 25 years and has achieved Magnet® recognition, the highest honor an organization can receive for quality patient care and professional nursing practice. With 21 floors, more than 1.1 million square feet and 356 inpatient beds, The James is the third-largest cancer hospital in the nation.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Petoskey, Michigan – 49770
Distance from Chicago: 278 miles
12 N,
May 5, 2025
13

$1,747 to $1,925

travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Lorain, Ohio – 44053
Distance from Chicago: 284 miles
12 N,
May 19, 2025
13

$1,879 to $2,071

This outstanding unit is looking for the right ER RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care. perm address over 50 miles copy of drivers license signed BSMH right to represent`

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Statistics on ER RN Jobs in Chicago, Illinois

Here are some helpful statistics about ER traveling nurse jobs in & near Chicago. The data is based on the last three complete months of ER job postings in the Chicago and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Emergency Room job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Chicago and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel ER Nursing Jobs for RNs in Chicago, IL

What are the top paying Emergency Room jobs currently available in or near Chicago?

Registered Nurse – ER with a per week salary of $1,849, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Chicago

What types of shifts are most common for ER travel jobs in Chicago?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 8 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Chicago and surrounding areas.

How many Emergency Room travel nursing jobs are available in Chicago?

There are currently 1 Emergency Room travel nursing jobs available in Chicago. We also get new nursing specialties jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

How much does a day shift Emergency Room nurse make on average in Chicago and nearby cities?

A: A 8 Hour Day shift Emergency Room nurse in Chicago can make an average of $1,634 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Emergency Room nurse make on average in Chicago and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Emergency Room nurse in Chicago can make an average of $1,763 per week based on recent job availability data.

How much does an Emergency Room travel nurse make on average in Chicago?

An Emergency Room nurse in Chicago can make an average of $1,711 per week.

What is the most common contract for Emergency Room travel jobs in Chicago?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Emergency Room job in Chicago is 13 weeks.

Recently Filled ER Jobs in & Near Chicago

Curious to learn what kinds of ER jobs were recently filled in Chicago and the benefits of travel nursing? Look no further. We’ve collected 4 of the most recently available RN ER travel jobs posted by healthcare facilities in or nearby to Chicago. The most recent highest paying ER job in Chicago was a Registered Nurse – Emergency Room job in Chicago with a weekly salary of $1,849, and a contract length of 13 weeks. The lowest paying Emergency Room travel nurse position in Chicago was a Registered Nurse – Emergency Room position in Chicago with a weekly salary of $1,554, and a contract length of 13 weeks. More recently filled ER travel nurse jobs in and near Chicago are below.

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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Chicago, IL 60631
Shifts
8 D
Start
April 14, 2025
Duration
13 Weeks

$1,554 to $1,713

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Chicago, IL 60631
Shifts
8 D
Start
April 14, 2025
Duration
13 Weeks

$1,554 to $1,713

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Chicago, IL 60631
Shifts
12 N
Start
April 28, 2025
Duration
13 Weeks

$1,678 to $1,849

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Chicago, IL 60631
Shifts
12 D
Start
April 28, 2025
Duration
13 Weeks

$1,678 to $1,849

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Locating Emergency Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Chicago

Other popular cities near Chicago’s ER job opportunities are Oak Park (7.3 miles), Berwyn (7.4 miles) and Forest Park (8.7 miles). These are near to zip codes: 46383 (40 miles), 60901 (51.6 miles) and 53147 (65.1 miles).

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* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.