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
• 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.