How much does an Emergency Room Nurse make in Chicago, IL? The average Emergency Room Nurse salary in Chicago, IL is $81,577 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $73,078 and $91,111. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Emergency Room Nurse

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The Valley Health System - LAS VEGAS , NV
Ready to make an impact in the Emergency Department with #LifeAtVHS. The Valley Health System, a leading healthcare provider in Southern Nevada since 1979, is h
- 37 days ago
Parrish Healthcare - TITUSVILLE , FL
Sign On Bonus Available. Department. Emergency Room. Shift. Days/Mids/Nights. Schedule/Status. Varies. Full Time. Standard Hours/Week. 36. General Description
- 132 days ago
ScionHealth - SELMONT-WEST SELMONT , AL
Description. What makes. Vaughn Regional Medical Center. a wonderful place to work. Our people, of course. Our Registered Nurses answer this special call beca
- 33 days ago
ScionHealth - SELMA , AL
Description. What makes. Vaughn Regional Medical Center. a wonderful place to work. Our people, of course. Our Registered Nurses answer this special call beca
- 33 days ago
ScionHealth - BENTON , AL
Description. What makes. Vaughn Regional Medical Center. a wonderful place to work. Our people, of course. Our Registered Nurses answer this special call beca
- 33 days ago
ScionHealth - VALLEY GRANDE , AL
Description. What makes. Vaughn Regional Medical Center. a wonderful place to work. Our people, of course. Our Registered Nurses answer this special call beca
- 33 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Emergency Room Nurse in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Emergency Room Nurse ranges from $73,078 to $91,111 with the average base salary of $81,577. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,176 to $91,240 with the average total cash compensation of $81,665.

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