Remote Registered Nurse Jobs in Illinois
Telemedicine opportunities for remote registered nurse jobs in Illinois. Join our network of over 20,000 nationwide clinicians!
The Benefits of Working in Telemedicine
100% Remote
Work and see patients from anywhere.
Work and see patients from anywhere.
Earn Extra Income
Telemedicine is a great side gig for nurse practitioners.
Telemedicine is a great side gig for nurse practitioners.
Flexible Scheduling
Say goodbye to rigid clinic schedules.
Say goodbye to rigid clinic schedules.
In-Demand
Telehealth is growing, and so is the need for virtual clinicians.
Telehealth is growing, and so is the need for virtual clinicians.
Do What You Love
OpenLoop’s network of clinicians spans 30+ specialities.
OpenLoop’s network of clinicians spans 30+ specialities.
How do I become a remote registered nurse in Illinois?
- You must be an actively practicing clinician.
- Have an active Illinois license.
- No malpractice on your record.
- Good to go on all the above? Apply!
In-Demand State Licenses For Registered Nurses
State licensure requirements will be added as they become available.
How many state licenses do I need to work in telehealth?
For RNs there’s a few ways to look at it. If you’re licensed in the following high-volume states, then that might be good enough. Generally, we recommend having 3-5 state licenses as a telehealth registered nurse.
High volume state licensure we look for:
Why do you need to be licensed in multiple states?
The beauty of telehealth is that patients can access care from anywhere. To meet that demand, providers who hold multi-state licenses stand out - they can treat more patients across more regions, making their resumes stronger and more competitive.
How much money can a registered nurse make in Illinois?
For telemedicine, this can depend on whether you are a contract, 1099 or a full-time W-2 employee. This is a summary of the average U.S. compensation for telemedicine clinicians in 2025, reviewing the differences between contract, 1099 (independent contractor), and W-2 (employee) roles.
Average Pay for Registered Nurses (RN) in Telemedicine
| Role Type | Average Annual Salary |
Hourly Rate | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1099/Contract | $56,000–$70,000 | $27–$36 | Flexible schedule, no benefits |
| W-2 | $93,000–$96,000 | $36–$46 | Employer benefits, PTO, retirement |
Figures are based on the most recent available national data and may vary by specialty, geography, experience and employer.
How to get licensed in the state of Illinois as a registered nurse
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) accepts RN applications online through the Illinois Portal.
Average Application Processing Time
3-6 weeks
Interstate Nurse Licensure Compact State?
No
Licensure Requirements
Licensing Fees: $98
Supporting Documents/Requirements:
- Graduation from accredited RN program
- Pass NCLEX-RN
- Official transcripts
- Fingerprint-based background check
- License verification and Nursys reporting
- Moral character evaluation
Training
Completion of board-approved nursing degree. Foreign grads must use board-approved credentialing service.
Licensure CME & Renewal
20 CE hours every 2 years; 1-hour implicit bias (by 2024), 1-hour cultural competency (by 2026)
For full and complete Illinois RN licensing requirements and information visit: https://idfpr.illinois.gov
Browse telehealth jobs for RNs licensed in Illinois
Browse our open positions below!
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Remote
💰 $80,000-$85,000
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Posted August 13, 2025
This is a remote position.
About The Role
OpenLoop is looking for a full time RN Clinical Education Lead to join our team remotely. In this role, you will design, build, and implement scalable remote training programs that prepare RNs for success in a fast-paced, multi-client telehealth environment....
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💰 $75,000 - $80,000
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Posted April 1, 2025
This is a remote position.
OpenLoop is looking for a full time Telemedicine Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team remotely. In this role, you will be responsible for providing patient education and clinical support, ensuring optimal health outcomes, and working closely with RN Team Leads and RN Man...