Registered Nurse (RN)
- LocationDEKALB, IL, US
- Work typeNot stated
- Salary35 to 43 USD an hour
- Posted2 November 2026
- SourceDekalb Area Retirement Center's careers page (Paylocity)
- Last checked3 h ago on Dekalb Area Retirement Center's careers page
About the role
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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