Area Nurse - CCRCs

Senior Lifestyle

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Chicago, IL, us on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted April 21, 2026 Last posted April 21, 2026
Job description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork.The CCRC Area Nurse provides clinical leadership, oversight, and operational support to multiple Continuing Care Retirement Communities. Should ensure compliance with state/federal regulations, conduct quality audits, train staff, and optimize resident care. proxy caregiver training; administering skills competency checklists to resident care aides upon hire; quarterly observations of medication aides to verify competency with medication administration; and annual competency reviews for resident care aides. May be required to supervise other staff members.  This position reports to the Divisional Director of Health and Wellness.

Pay Rate: $100,000

  • Clinical Operations & Quality: Monitor clinical outcomes, audit medical services, and implement quality improvement plans to enhance resident care and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines.
  • Respond quickly to all emergencies.
  • Maintain close communication with Health and Wellness Directors
  • Maintain resident confidentiality
  • Understand role in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
  • Provide educational meetings for resident care staff as needed.             
  • Attend all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all facilities adhere to federal (OBRA, OSHA, HIPPA)
  • Staff Training & Support: Provide clinical expertise, education, and support to nursing staff and administrators.
  • Policy Development: Develop and update clinical policies and procedures across the region.
  • Staffing Support: Participate in the recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
  • Travel: Travel between facilities, often up to 90% of the time, to perform on-site visits/support
  • Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
  • Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures of Senior Lifestyle Corporation.  Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

Level of Formal Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.      

Area of Study: Nursing

Years of Experience:  3–5 years

Type of Experience: Long-term care, skilled nursing, or clinical management.

Special Certifications: Must have a current/ active nurse License with zero judgments, CPR certified

Language Skills: English

Technical Competencies:  Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR)

Skills and Ability: Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality improvement processes

Information Systems: 

Attributes: Critical thinking and problem-solving

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. 

About this role

Summary

Provide clinical leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, train staff, and oversee resident care in multiple CCRCs.

Job title

Area Nurse - CCRCs

Experience level

3-5 years

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Chicago, IL, US; on-site with travel up to 90%

Salary

Pay Rate: $100,000

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

registered nurse licenseCPR certificationelectronic health recordsnursing experience

Preferred skills

regulatory compliancequality improvementclinical leadership

Specializations

long-term careskilled nursingclinical management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chicago, IL, USA

On-site City