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Freelance Weekend Rn Jobs in Kankakee, IL (NOW HIRING)

Nights, 5p-5:30a, part-time, rotating weekends and holidays, self-scheduling • Facility: Prime ... The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other ...

Registered Nurse

Kankakee, IL · On-site

$35.35 - $53.58/hr

Nights, 5p-5:30a, full-time, rotating weekends and holidays, self-scheduling • Facility: Prime ... The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other ...

Nights, 5p-5:30a, full-time, rotating weekends and holidays • Facility: Prime Healthcare St. Mary's Hospital • Location: Kankakee, IL 60901 • Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 The Registered Nurse ...

Registered Nurse

Kankakee, IL · On-site

$35.35 - $52.53/hr

Days, 5a-5:30p, full-time, rotating weekends and holidays • Facility: Prime Healthcare St. Mary's Hospital • Location: Kankakee, IL 60901 • Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 The Registered Nurse is ...

Registered Nurse

Kankakee, IL · On-site

$35.35 - $52.53/hr

Days, 5a-5:30p, full-time, rotating weekends and holidays • Facility: Prime Healthcare St. Mary's Hospital • Location: Kankakee, IL 60901 • Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 The Registered Nurse is ...

*Registered Nurse

Kankakee, IL · On-site

$35.35 - $53.58/hr

Days, 5a-5:30p, full-time, rotating weekends and holidays, self-scheduling • Facility: Prime ... The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other ...

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How much do freelance weekend rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance weekend rn in Kankakee, IL is $60.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57.98 and $65.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Weekend Rn vs Registered Nurse?

AspectFreelance Weekend RnRegistered Nurse
CredentialsState RN license, possibly specialized certificationsState RN license, required certifications
Work EnvironmentVaries; hospitals, clinics, home care, telehealthHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities
Employer & IndustryIndependent, contracts with multiple healthcare providersEmployed by healthcare facilities or agencies
Work ScheduleFlexible, often weekends and eveningsStandard shifts, including weekends depending on facility

Freelance Weekend Rns work independently, often on flexible schedules, including weekends, across various healthcare settings. Registered Nurses are typically employed by healthcare facilities with more structured schedules. The main difference lies in the freelance nature and scheduling flexibility of Freelance Weekend Rns versus the more traditional employment of Registered Nurses.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Weekend Rn job openings in Kankakee, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,052 per year, or $60.1 per hour.

$35.35 - $53.58/hr

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Job description

$5,000
Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Founded in 1897, St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, IL, is an 182-bed facility that has been a cornerstone of specialty and emergency care, available 24/7. We specialize in advanced surgical treatments for critical injuries and illnesses, ensuring that our care teams are attentive to your unique health needs.

St. Mary’s Hospital offers a range of specialty services, including heart care, cancer treatment, stroke care, and orthopedics. With an array of minimally invasive procedures utilizing the latest robotic-assisted technology, along with comprehensive imaging and lab services, all services are conveniently located on one campus. We are accredited as a Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology (ACC), designated as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission (TJC), and hold several orthopedic accreditations.

• Department: ICU, Critical Care

• Schedule: Nights, 5p-5:30a, part-time, rotating weekends and holidays, self-scheduling

• Facility: Prime Healthcare St. Mary's Hospital

• Location: Kankakee, IL 60901

• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $5,000


The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice.  The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the ICU. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients. They communicate with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.  Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1.      Current and valid state RN License.

2.      Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.

3.      Completion of Critical Care Course preferred.

4.      Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.

5.      Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

6.      Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred.

7.      Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferred.

8.      Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.


St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35to $53.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/


Part Time > 59
Nights

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