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Dekalb Area Retirement Center

Registered Nurse (RN)

DEKALB, IL

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Role family
Healthcare
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
26 Sept 2026

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Description

Tired of hospital chaos or corporate SNF pressure?

Come practice nursing the way it was meant to be practiced - with safe staffing, supportive leadership, and the autonomy to use your clinical judgment.

Oak Crest is a locally rooted nonprofit senior living community in DeKalb - not a corporate chain.

Compensation & Schedule

  • Base Pay: $35.00-$42.76 (based on experience)
  • Shift Differential: $1.50/hr for evening and $3.00/hr for nights
  • up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus (FT or PT)
  • Full-time and PRN positions available
  • 8 hour or 12 hour shifts
  • Predictable scheduling

Why Nurses Choose Oak Crest

  • Safe, quality-centered staffing
  • Strong CNA support
  • Consistent leadership presence
  • Stable census - no surprises
  • Respect for your clinical judgment
  • Mission-driven nonprofit culture

We focus on residents - not corporate metrics.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and support CNAs
  • Deliver high-quality skilled nursing care
  • Partner with families and providers
  • Practice with autonomy and clinical integrity
  • Build long-term relationships with residents

Qualifications

  • Current Illinois RN license
  • Graduate of accredited nursing program (we love new grads!)
  • Long-term care experience preferred (not required)
  • Ability to work every other weekend/holiday

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD
  • 403b with employer match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Bonus Program

Ready to Practice Nursing Differently?

If you're looking for stability, autonomy, and a workplace that values your judgment, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today.

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