RN, ED
- BLS
- RN license
How this pay compares
This posting states $33.66–$50.49 an hour. Open emergency room nurse jobs in Illinois post a median of $45.51 an hour, the middle half $42.39–$47.75, across 106 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Emergency room nurses employed in Illinois earn a median of $46.15 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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What Illinois law says about nurse staffing
- Nurse staffing committee or plan: Illinois hospitals must run a nursing care committee and follow a written unit-by-unit staffing plan with minimum nurse-to-patient needs. 210 ILCS 85/10.10(c)(1) (source: 210 ILCS 85/10.10(c)(1))
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- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 28.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 80.7%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.45x · Clicks 136
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 54.8% · Stating an hourly rate 34.1%
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About the job
Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you.
Shift
7p-730a w/ Weekends
Scheduled Weekly Hours
12
POSITION PURPOSE :
Demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process in a specialty unit, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, and participates in the evaluation of nursing care within an assigned unit, department or specialty area. Shares responsibility with other health care disciplines. Reports to Department of Nursing Director.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ensures optimal patient care utilizing the nursing process.
- Maintains patient records and documents to ensure an accurate record of the patient’s medical and nursing care. (See LPN)
- Administers and controls narcotics, medications and IV therapies in accordance with the Registered Nurse, Nurse Practice Act.
- Assesses and plans patient/family education and discharge needs.
- Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.
- Accountable for problem solving to include initiating, delegating and evaluating patient care team functions.
- Promotes an environment conducive to professional practice by functioning as a role model and resource person for other patient services team members.
- Practices competencies in nursing skills based upon current scientific knowledge.
SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure required.
- Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s in nursing preferred.
- Maintains certification according to requirements of specialty unit.
- BLS required within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment at CGH.
- Basic Computer knowledge strongly preferred.
- Prior knowledge of drawing blood preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments preferred.
Compensation Range
$33.66 - $50.49
Available Benefits for PRN Positions
Gift Shop Discount
CGH Day Care Discount
CGH Dietary Discount
Employee Assistance Program
CGH Pharmacy Discount
CGH Vision Center Discount
Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.
From CGH Medical Center's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About CGH Medical Center
CGH Medical Center is a public hospital with an emergency department in Sterling, IL. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and therapists. Source: Medicare Care Compare: CGH Medical Center
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