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Registry II RN - Anesthesia Evaluation PCU
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$39.00–$39.00/ hour
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Registered Nurse jobs in New Lenox, IL
The median registered nurse pay in the New Lenox area is $46.38 per hour ($96,480 a year), with the typical range running from $39.10 to $50.35. 60 open roles with published pay are listed for New Lenox. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in New Lenox. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near New Lenox.
- $46.38median pay per hour, Chicago
- $39–$50typical range per hour
- 100,620registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 60open roles with published pay
Open Registered Nurse roles in New Lenox
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse (RN)
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse (RN)
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse - NICU
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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RN III Registry
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$46.50–$46.50/ hour
Top 25% pay
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CVU Weekend Warrior RN
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse Registry - Interventional Pre/Post Recovery
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$46.50–$46.50/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse (RN)
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse - Stress Lab
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stepdown (6-7)-5
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse - Medical/Oncology (6-3)
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse - L&D nights
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse (RN)
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse - Cardiac Tele
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse - Med Surg/Pediatrics
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse - Cardiac Tele
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse (RN)
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$35.00–$42.50/ hour
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RN III Registry
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$46.50–$46.50/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Get my free pay reportRegistered Nurse pay in New Lenox, 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 New Lenox 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
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 New Lenox
- 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.
Estimate your New Lenox paycheck
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 New Lenox
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $114 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,316 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,108 |
Travel registered nurse 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).
Hospitals in New Lenox
CMS lists 2 hospitals in New Lenox, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers New Lenox, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital New Lenox, IL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Will County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Will County (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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.
Registered Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orland Park, IL | 9 mi | $46.38/hr | 58,020 |
| Joliet, IL | 9 mi | $46.38/hr | 151,837 |
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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 registered nurses make in New Lenox, IL?
Registered Nurses 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 New Lenox a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 104th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 85th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered nurses in New Lenox?
We list 60 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in New Lenox. Your free report adds named employers and pay near New Lenox.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in New Lenox as a registered nurse?
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 New Lenox in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Will 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 New Lenox?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Lenox is $114 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,316 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered nurses in New Lenox?
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Your RN pay reportNew Lenox, IL · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Silver Cross HospitalNew Lenox, IL · 60 postings$38.75/ hr$35–$46
- Veterans Health AdministrationMarion, IL · 9 postings$55.15/ hr$33–$72
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoSkokie, IL · 2 postings$47.70/ hr$36–$59
- ScionHealthNorthlake, IL · 2 postings$47.55/ hr$36–$59
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$42.69High$54
525 RN postings with published pay in Illinois, 373 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 525 RN roles
- Internal Registry RN - Psych AcutePermanent$60.00–$60.00/ hour
- Registered Nurse, Patient Navigator - Full TimePermanent$38.80–$60.14/ hour
+ 523 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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