Find Nursing Schools in Illinois
Illinois is full of opportunities for new and aspiring nurses. The state is in a shortage for qualified nurses and there are dozens of schools trying to fill the need. Chicago State University, in Chicago, is just one example of these schools and offers a range of degrees and some very unique specialties including holistic classes and adult care. Many of the state schools offer advanced practice degrees so this is a great state to continue your education. There are BSN, MSN, post-grad specialties, PhD programs and even the increasingly popular practical, or professional, nursing programs that make this state a prime choice for nursing education.
Illinois Nurse Salaries
The majority of RNs that work in Chicago earn a salary between $60,000 and $71,000 annually. Due to the range of employment opportunities the salary range can vary greatly depending on location and skill set. Home based nurses would earn roughly $10,000 per year less however an advanced practice nurse anesthetist would bring home no less than $130,000 per year. Whatever your skill set, Illinois is a great state to work and live with many career and educational opportunities with a relatively low cost of living.
