PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Case Manager-RN
Hospital Sisters Health System · O'Fallon, IL
$35.92–$53.88/ hour
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Cicero, IL
Pay for nurse case managers in the Cicero area centers on $46.38 per hour, or about $96,480 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.10 and the upper quarter over $50.35. That ranks 85th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 104th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 72 hospitals in the Cicero metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Cicero.
- $46.38median pay per hour, Chicago
- $39–$50typical range per hour
- 100,620nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Case Manager pay in Cicero, IL
The metro median is 12% above the Illinois statewide median of $41.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 100,620 registered nurses employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 22.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.06).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.65 | $72,070 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.10 | $81,330 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.38 | $96,480 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.35 | $104,730 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $56.77 | $118,080 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Cicero ranks
- 85th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 104th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 7 Illinois metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse case manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Cicero
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.38 median hour buys what $44.77 buys at the national price level, 1% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,670
- Per year: $83,484
- Per month: $6,957
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cicero
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $195 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,009 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,117 |
Travel nurse case manager assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Nurse Case Manager roles in Illinois
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PermanentPosted 30 days ago
Registered Nurse RN Case Manager Home Health
OSF Healthcare System · Alton, IL
$37.05–$54.54/ hour
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Registered Nurse RN Case Manager Home Health
OSF Healthcare System · Champaign, IL
$37.05–$54.54/ hour
Hospitals in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area
CMS lists 72 hospitals in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area, 22 of the 52 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital Evanston, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital Dekalb, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Mchenry, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers New Lenox, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Alexius Medical Center Hoffman Estates, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Condell Medical Center Libertyville, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital Downers Grove, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Cook County
HRSA lists 73 active primary care shortage designations that include Cook County (5 geographic, 37 population-group, 31 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berwyn, IL | 2 mi | $46.38/hr | 55,152 |
| Oak Park, IL | 3 mi | $46.38/hr | 52,947 |
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Illinois · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Illinois
Illinois is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Illinois board for a license by endorsement before working here.
Illinois taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse case managers make in Cicero, IL?
Nurse Case Managers in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $46.38 per hour, about $96,480 a year. The middle half earn between $39.10 and $50.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cicero a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 104th of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 85th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Cicero?
CMS lists 72 hospitals in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area, led by Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Cicero as a nurse case manager?
Illinois is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Illinois board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Cicero in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 73 active primary care shortage designations that include Cook County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Cicero?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cicero is $195 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,009 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse case managers in Cicero?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- OSF Healthcare SystemAlton, IL · 2 postings$45.80/ hr$37–$55
- Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95
- UMass Memorial Health CareMilford, MA · 4 postings$60.11/ hr$40–$85
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Low$36Median$45.80High$55
3 Case Manager postings with published pay in Illinois, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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