Outpatient Registered Nurse Jobs in Illinois
Outpatient Registered Nurse jobs in Illinois are among the most active in the Midwest, with consistent demand from large ambulatory care networks, physician group practices, and specialty clinic systems serving patients at every acuity level, from new graduates entering their first clinical role through experienced nurses managing complex chronic-disease populations. The strongest hiring concentrations are in Chicago, Naperville, and Rockford, where major employers including Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and Rush University System for Health maintain broad outpatient footprints. The most in-demand sub-areas are chronic disease management, oncology infusion, and primary care nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.
Job Description Summary
The Registered Nurse is responsible for performing individualized and age-specific nursing assessment of assigned patients using advanced assessment skills and other medical data to formulate nursing diagnoses. Develops individualized care plans and provides and coordinates comprehensive nursing care. Instructs patients and significant others in care provided, disease and/or illness, expected outcomes and home care.The Registered Nurse consistently demonstrates support of the SRAlab statement of Mission and Philosophy by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.
The Registered Nurse demonstrates SRAlab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and SRAlab Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, & Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.
Job Description
The Registered Nurse will:
Provide professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients, which includes performing specialized treatments, administering prescribed medications, and coordinating patient care with other departments.
Collect pertinent physiological, psychosocial, and functional data to formulate nursing diagnosis using evidence-based techniques and instruments.
Assist physician during examinations and treatments.
Formulate nursing diagnoses by interpreting data from health team members and integrate into written assessments.
Assess patients, identify changes in status, establish priorities for patient care, and identify crisis situations when needed.
Implement interventions consistent with the established plan of care and interdisciplinary treatment plan, evaluate progress toward goal attainment, and modify the plan of care as indicated.
Provide information to patient and significant others regarding care during hospitalization, expected outcomes, home care instructions, and referrals to appropriate health agencies and resources.
Prepare and provide reports on patient care plans to health team members, which includes completing assignment sheets, providing explanation of patient care plans, and completing documentation.
Collect and report pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need.
Review, evaluate and make recommendations regarding SRAlab policies and procedures related to patient care to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of SRAlab.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports directly to the Nurse Manager.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Professional knowledge of practice acquired by obtaining a Bachelor/Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited program or accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (with commitment to complete BSN/MSN within 2 years).
Illinois license to practice as a registered nurse.
Current CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent, young adult, middle-aged adult and geriatric patients.
Demonstrate the ability to interpret growth and development related information to assure patient needs are met.
Ability to communicate effectively using timely verbal, non-verbal and written communication.
Ability to take ownership for serving the customer, team and organization, for achieving goals and for resolving problems.
Willingness to adapt to changing work demands and work environment.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to make sound judgments to monitor and respond to patient needs or changes in condition.
Ability to anticipate, assess and address the needs of patients
Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 35 lbs.
Working Conditions:
Normal patient care environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
Exposure to moderately adverse working conditions in performing certain patient care activities.
Occasional exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.
Preference is Monday and Thursday availability
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Pay and Benefits*:
Pay Range:
Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position.
Benefits
Learn about the benefits of working at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, including vacation hour, healthcare plans, 401k and more.
Benefits
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.
Job Description Summary
The Registered Nurse is responsible for performing individualized and age-specific nursing assessment of assigned patients using advanced assessment skills and other medical data to formulate nursing diagnoses. Develops individualized care plans and provides and coordinates comprehensive nursing care. Instructs patients and significant others in care provided, disease and/or illness, expected outcomes and home care.The Registered Nurse consistently demonstrates support of the SRAlab statement of Mission and Philosophy by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.
The Registered Nurse demonstrates SRAlab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and SRAlab Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, & Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.
Job Description
The Registered Nurse will:
Provide professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients, which includes performing specialized treatments, administering prescribed medications, and coordinating patient care with other departments.
Collect pertinent physiological, psychosocial, and functional data to formulate nursing diagnosis using evidence-based techniques and instruments.
Assist physician during examinations and treatments.
Formulate nursing diagnoses by interpreting data from health team members and integrate into written assessments.
Assess patients, identify changes in status, establish priorities for patient care, and identify crisis situations when needed.
Implement interventions consistent with the established plan of care and interdisciplinary treatment plan, evaluate progress toward goal attainment, and modify the plan of care as indicated.
Provide information to patient and significant others regarding care during hospitalization, expected outcomes, home care instructions, and referrals to appropriate health agencies and resources.
Prepare and provide reports on patient care plans to health team members, which includes completing assignment sheets, providing explanation of patient care plans, and completing documentation.
Collect and report pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need.
Review, evaluate and make recommendations regarding SRAlab policies and procedures related to patient care to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of SRAlab.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports directly to the Nurse Manager.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Professional knowledge of practice acquired by obtaining a Bachelor/Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited program or accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (with commitment to complete BSN/MSN within 2 years).
Illinois license to practice as a registered nurse.
Current CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent, young adult, middle-aged adult and geriatric patients.
Demonstrate the ability to interpret growth and development related information to assure patient needs are met.
Ability to communicate effectively using timely verbal, non-verbal and written communication.
Ability to take ownership for serving the customer, team and organization, for achieving goals and for resolving problems.
Willingness to adapt to changing work demands and work environment.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to make sound judgments to monitor and respond to patient needs or changes in condition.
Ability to anticipate, assess and address the needs of patients
Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 35 lbs.
Working Conditions:
Normal patient care environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
Exposure to moderately adverse working conditions in performing certain patient care activities.
Occasional exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.
Preference is Monday and Thursday availability
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Pay and Benefits*:
Pay Range:
Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position.
Benefits
Learn about the benefits of working at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, including vacation hour, healthcare plans, 401k and more.
Benefits
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law - Know Your Rights | View our Full Policy
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Outpatient Registered Nurse Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Fresenius Medical Care12
- Healthier Tomorrows7
- Advocate Aurora Health5
- Carle Health4
- Memorial Health3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in outpatient registered nurse jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Registered Nurse license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program required
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association required at hire
- Minimum one to two years of clinical nursing experience in an ambulatory or outpatient setting preferred
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong patient education and chronic disease management skills across diverse Illinois patient populations
Outpatient Registered Nurse Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a outpatient registered nurse in Illinois?
You become an outpatient registered nurse in Illinois by completing an accredited nursing program, passing the NCLEX-RN, and obtaining an active RN license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Once licensed, gaining experience in a clinical or ambulatory setting strengthens your candidacy for outpatient roles. Many Illinois employers prefer or require a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and specialty certifications such as ambulatory care nursing credentials can further differentiate your application.
How much do outpatient registered nurses make in Illinois?
Outpatient registered nurses in Illinois earn a median of about $95,990 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,170 for the lowest 10% to over $118,190 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire outpatient registered nurses in Illinois?
Employers hiring outpatient registered nurses in Illinois right now include Fresenius Medical Care, Healthier Tomorrows, and Advocate Aurora Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's dense network of large integrated health systems and independent specialty clinic groups means outpatient RN openings are distributed across both major metro hospitals and suburban ambulatory care campuses throughout the state.
Which Illinois cities have the most outpatient registered nurse jobs?
Chicago, Springfield, and Marion are the Illinois cities with the most outpatient registered nurse openings, driven by the concentration of large academic medical centers, regional health systems, and multispecialty clinic networks in and around the Chicago metro and its major suburban corridors, with Rockford anchoring demand in northern Illinois through its own sizable hospital and outpatient infrastructure.
Are there remote outpatient registered nurse jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. About 58% of outpatient registered nurse openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most outpatient nursing work requires hands-on patient contact and in-clinic presence. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work include telephonic triage, care coordination follow-up, and chronic disease management check-ins conducted through telehealth platforms.
How can I get hired as a outpatient registered nurse in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a new-graduate RN residency program, and several large Illinois health systems including Northwestern Medicine and Advocate Health Care run structured ambulatory residencies designed for nurses without prior outpatient experience. Applying first for entry-level positions such as clinic nurse, care coordinator, or medical-surgical float pool gives you the documented clinical hours that outpatient managers look for. Holding an active Illinois DFPR RN license and completing an ambulatory care nursing certification course while in your first role accelerates the transition significantly.
Where can I find and apply to outpatient registered nurse jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to outpatient registered nurse jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers hiring right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location within the state, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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