RN Registered Nurse

apartment Avantara Chicago Ridge location_onChicago Ridge, IL 60415, US

Are you looking for a rewarding career in Nursing? We are currently searching for RN’s to join our friendly, caring and supportive team!

Avantara Chicago Ridge is rapidly growing and our team is looking to invest in Nurses by providing opportunities to further your career and with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed. We offer great benefits including:

Competitive wages.
Bonus opportunities.
Shift differentials.
Tuition reimbursement.
Internal growth opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits package.
401K with employer match.
Employee concierge program.
And more!

As a RN or LPN Staff Nurse you are the backbone of the Clinical Department. Your work will ensure our residents receive the high standard of care they have grown to expect at Avantara Chicago Ridge by ensuring residents receive the medication and care they need as directed by their individual care plan, conducting resident assessments, being a team leader, and advocating for your residents. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they are comfortable and safe.

To be eligible for consideration applicants should have:

As a minimum, an unencumbered State of Illinois RN. Prior RN experience is preferable but we are willing to invest in the right candidate!

Avantara Chicago Ridge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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