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Trinity Health

Registered Nurse Neurology

Maywood, IL · On-site

$32.97 - $57.06/hr

Great opportunity for a Registered Nurse, RN to work in an organization that focuses on treating ... Neurosciences is a 20-bed medical-surgical unit that specializes in the care of neurology ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for neuroscience rn in Chicago, IL is $128.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94.33 and $172.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Neuroscience RN?

A Neuroscience RN is a registered nurse specializing in the care of patients with neurological conditions such as strokes, traumatic brain injuries, epilepsy, and multiple sclerosis. They work in hospitals, specialized neuro units, rehabilitation centers, and outpatient clinics. Their responsibilities include monitoring neurological status, administering medications, assisting with procedures, and educating patients and families. Strong critical thinking and assessment skills are essential, as many neurological conditions require rapid intervention.

What does a Neuroscience RN do?

As a Neuroscience RN, your daily responsibilities often include assessing and monitoring patients with neurological conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop care plans. You will perform frequent neurological checks, assist with diagnostic procedures, and educate patients and their families about treatment and recovery. The role often involves fast-paced decision-making to respond to changes in patient status. Depending on your workplace, you may work in specialized units such as neurology or neurosurgery, further focusing your clinical expertise and providing opportunities for professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Neuroscience RN?

To thrive as a Neuroscience RN, you need specialized knowledge of neurological conditions, strong clinical assessment skills, and an active RN license, often with experience or certification in neuroscience nursing. Familiarity with neuro-specific monitoring tools, EHR systems, and equipment for assessing neurological status is important. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and emotional resilience are valuable soft skills for this role. These abilities are essential for ensuring accurate patient care, collaborative teamwork, and effective responses to complex neurological situations.

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Infographic showing various Neuroscience Rn job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $267,536 per year, or $128.6 per hour.

Registered Nurse Weekender Neurosciences Intermediate Full Time Nights

Northwestern Medicine

Winfield, IL • On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Other

Re-posted 29 days ago

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 397 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Overview

CDH Neuro Intermediate (3B) – 24 bed neurosciences unit providing care to patients requiring medical and surgical treatment of acute neurological and spine disorders.



  • Neurological conditions include acute and stable traumatic brain injury, subarachnoid hemorrhage, stroke, spinal injury, seizure, and acute inflammation or infections of the CNS. Neurosurgical patients include aneurysm repair, CS leaks & lumbar drains, post-op neurosurgical and spinal patients.


We are proud to be in the country’s top decile of patient satisfaction.


Responsibilities

  • Provide care for patients on a 24-bed neuroscience unit with medical and surgical needs related to acute neurological and spine disorders.

  • Care for patients with neurological conditions such as acute and stable traumatic brain injury, subarachnoid hemorrhage, stroke, spinal injury, seizures, and CNS infections/inflammation; care for neurosurgical patients including aneurysm repair, CS leaks with lumbar drains, and post-operative neurosurgical/spinal patients.


Qualifications

Required:



  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing

  • Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse

  • Basic Life Support

  • Strong interpersonal skills

  • Ability to collaborate with others

  • Strong analytic abilities


Preferred:



  • Experience in specific clinical area

  • Additional preferences for the Emergency Room and the Pediatric Emergency Room:

  • Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS)

  • Emergency Communications Registered Nurse

  • Certified Pediatric Nurse

  • Certified Emergency Nurse


Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.


Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.


Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.


Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.


Sign-on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

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