Avondale Estates of Elgin
Nursing Home · Elgin, IL
A skilled nursing facility built around rehabilitation, where nurses find flexibility but flag low satisfaction
See 1 open role- 1
- open role, live count
- 120
- beds
On the floor
What the day-to-day looks like
The facility describes itself as 'Focused on Rehabilitation' and 'Focused on You,' with computerized documentation systems and nursing roles spanning RN, LPN, and CNA positions. Employee reviews highlight a flexible, learning-oriented environment where staff can pursue personal professional goals. The same reviews flag low satisfaction across management (2.7/5), job security and advancement (2.6/5), and culture (2.8/5), and nursing assistant pay is reported at 9% below the national average. Social posts show an active calendar of holiday celebrations, resident activities, nurse appreciation events, and community outreach, suggesting engagement beyond daily clinical duties.
- Setting
- Nursing Home
Benefits
401(k), dental, health, and vision insurance, paid time off; full-time, part-time, and per diem RN roles.
What stands out
Experienced nurses
You would work in a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehab setting that holds a CMS 5-star rating and a U.S. News ranking among the nation's best for rehabilitation.
As of 2026Source 1: yelp.comSource 2: facebook.comSource 3: facebook.comSource 4: womenschoiceaward.comSource 5: aeofelgin.com
Experienced nurses
RN work here centers on geriatrics, med-surg, and wound care, with rehab therapy running seven days a week and skilled medical care around the clock.
Experienced nurses
Posted RN pay is listed at $35–$40 per hour, with signing bonus, differentials, overtime, and bonus opportunities named as supplemental pay.
As of 2026Source: aeofelgin.com
Moving here
Full-time, part-time, and per diem RN roles are in-person in Elgin, about 35 miles northwest of Chicago, with a typical city commute near 24 minutes.
As of 2026Source 1: aeofelgin.comSource 2: womenschoiceaward.com
More about working here
Experienced nurses
Listed RN benefits include 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid time off.
As of 2026Source: aeofelgin.com
Experienced nurses
You would chart in Athenahealth on a unit that also covers cardiac events, stroke, orthopedic injury and replacement, pulmonary care, and chronic disease.
From employer postingsSource: aeofelgin.com
Moving here
The building at 1760 Capital Street is open 24 hours, participates in Medicare and Medicaid, and holds care-plan meetings within 48–72 hours of a resident's stay.
As of 2026Source 1: aeofelgin.comSource 2: womenschoiceaward.comSource 3: yelp.com
Working conditions
- Pay and benefits
- RN full-time/part-time/per diem pay range $35.00-$40.00 per hour
As of 2026Source: aeofelgin.com
- Pay and benefits
- Signing bonus listed among supplemental pay for RN roles
As of 2026Source: aeofelgin.com
- Pay and benefits
- Differential pay listed among supplemental pay for RN roles
As of 2026Source: aeofelgin.com
- Pay and benefits
- Overtime pay and bonus opportunities listed for RN roles
As of 2026Source: aeofelgin.com
The city
Living in Elgin, IL
Elgin, Illinois sits along the Fox River about 35 miles northwest of Chicago, offering a mix of historic downtown charm and suburban convenience. Tree-lined neighborhoods and a growing arts scene make it a comfortable home base for nurses seeking quieter living with easy access to the city.
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- Metro price level · Elgin area
- 4% above the national average
- BEA index 103.6 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,361/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $90,282/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Who they are
Avondale Estates of Elgin centers its identity on rehabilitation and patient comfort, and employees cite scheduling flexibility and clinical learning opportunities as real strengths. However, 32 Indeed reviews average just 2.7 out of 5, with management, pay, and advancement all rated below 3 — a signal worth weighing carefully.
- Nursing Home · Elgin
Working here
Culture and working life
What to consider
The good
- CMS 5-star rating
- U.S. News ranking among nation's best for rehabilitation
- RN base pay stated at $35–$40 per hour
- Rehab therapy seven days a week with 24-hour skilled medical care
- Benefits listed: 401(k), health, dental, vision, PTO
- Full-time, part-time, and per diem RN options
The hard parts
- No residency, tuition support, loan help, or career ladder published
- Sign-on and differential dollar amounts not stated
- Nurse-to-patient ratios, scheduling, and float policy not published
- Illinois is not a nurse licensure compact state
The reality check
Before you decide
Quick facts
- Relationship
- Direct employer
- Roles last seen active
- Aug 16, 2026
- Website
- aeofelgin.com ↗
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Open counts come from the live roles below. Source links show where unit details were reported.
- Med-Surg1 open
Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation
Facility provides skilled nursing care and intensive rehab therapy seven days a week in a nursing home/rehab setting.
Source location unconfirmedSource 1: aeofelgin.comSource 2: yelp.com
Geriatrics / Med-Surg / Wound Care
Employer RN posting lists medical specialties as Geriatrics, Medical-Surgical, and Wound Care.
Source location unconfirmedSource: aeofelgin.com
Cardiac / Stroke / Orthopedic / Pulmonary
Website departments include Cardiac Events, Stroke Events, Orthopedic Injury & Replacement, Pulmonary, and Chronic Diseases.
Source location unconfirmedSource: aeofelgin.com
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