RN - ASU

Aura Health

Highland Park, Illinois

Posted Oct 17

License: RN license
Term: Permanent

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Position: Registered Nurse responsible for delivering safe, compassionate, and effective care across patient populations.

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Duties

Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans; collaborate with healthcare team; communicate clearly with patients and families; provide patient education tailored to cultural and learning needs; assist with technical procedures such as IV management and medication administration; participate in performance improvement and research activities; support staff and students; ensure regulatory compliance and confidentiality; assist with patient transport when needed.

Qualifications & Skills

Graduate of an approved nursing program; active Illinois RN license; CPR/BLS certification; preferred experience in ICU, ER, radiology, or wound care; additional certifications like ACLS, CWON, or CWCN are advantageous. Basic computer skills required.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience; benefits include medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans, paid time off, wellness programs, and community involvement opportunities. Opportunities for professional growth through career pathways and incentive pay are also available.

What's around it?

In Highland Park, IL

Highland Park, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $1,925/mo
Household income: $168,094/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Highland Park, IL

NeighborhoodsHighland Park features several distinct pockets, led by the walkable Downtown commercial core, which offers higher-density apartment and condo living close to shopping and dining. To the south, the Ravinia neighborhood delivers an artistic, residential atmosphere near its famed music venue, while historic Fort Sheridan sits to the north along the lakefront, blending preserved former military architecture, expansive open green spaces, and high-end residential housing. Young professionals and healthcare workers seeking lower housing costs often look immediately north to neighboring Highwood or inland communities like Skokie, Glenview, and Des Plaines for manageable commutes.

Highland Park features several distinct pockets, led by the walkable Downtown commercial core, which offers higher-density apartment and condo living close to shopping and dining. To the south, the Ravinia neighborhood delivers an artistic, residential atmosphere near its famed music venue, while historic Fort Sheridan sits to the north along the lakefront, blending preserved former military architecture, expansive open green spaces, and high-end residential housing.

Young professionals and healthcare workers seeking lower housing costs often look immediately north to neighboring Highwood or inland communities like Skokie, Glenview, and Des Plaines for manageable commutes.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: reddit.com Source 2: redfin.com Source 3: youtube.com

Getting aroundPublic transit options center on Metra rail stations that provide direct commuter rail connections between Highland Park, Chicago, and northern suburbs, complemented by local Pace bus routes throughout the community. Average area commute times run around 22 minutes, though regional roadway travel relies on major arteries like Route 41 and the Edens Expressway corridor, where rush-hour congestion heading toward Chicago or adjacent North Shore healthcare hubs is common.

Public transit options center on Metra rail stations that provide direct commuter rail connections between Highland Park, Chicago, and northern suburbs, complemented by local Pace bus routes throughout the community. Average area commute times run around 22 minutes, though regional roadway travel relies on major arteries like Route 41 and the Edens Expressway corridor, where rush-hour congestion heading toward Chicago or adjacent North Shore healthcare hubs is common.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: thegglgroup.com

OutdoorsHighland Park spans nearly five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, granting direct public access to municipal beaches and scenic blufftop views. The city is laced with cycling paths, wooded ravines, and dedicated nature trails, with additional preserved coastal open spaces located at the adjacent historic Fort Sheridan grounds. Suburban green spaces also host native wildlife, ranging from foxes to coyotes along protected corridors.

Highland Park spans nearly five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, granting direct public access to municipal beaches and scenic blufftop views. The city is laced with cycling paths, wooded ravines, and dedicated nature trails, with additional preserved coastal open spaces located at the adjacent historic Fort Sheridan grounds.

Suburban green spaces also host native wildlife, ranging from foxes to coyotes along protected corridors.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: thegglgroup.com Source 2: facebook.com Source 3: youtube.com Source 4: federalcos.com

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Living in Highland Park

Perched along nearly five miles of Lake Michigan bluffs, Highland Park provides a picturesque North Shore setting combining cultural prestige with coastal beauty. Relocating healthcare professionals will appreciate its vibrant, walkable Downtown around Port Clinton Square, anchored by institutions like Walker Brothers and Landmark Theatres Renaissance Place. Summer life revolves around the historic Ravinia Festival, where residents gather on sprawling lawns for open-air concerts, and the annual Taste of Highland Park festival. Transit connectivity via Metra rail stations and Pace buses ensures convenient access to regional medical centers and downtown Chicago. Housing transitions from downtown apartments and condos to stately homes in Ravinia and lakeside architecture across Fort Sheridan. However, living here involves clear tradeoffs: daytime cafes routinely close by mid-afternoon, vibrant late-night dining requires heading north to Highwood, and Lake County property taxes are among the highest in the state. For nurses balancing challenging shifts with an appreciation for wooded ravine trails, quiet beaches, and safe residential streets, Highland Park delivers a serene suburban lifestyle.

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As of 2026-07Source 1: redfin.com Source 2: thegglgroup.com Source 3: enjoyhighlandpark.com Source 4: reddit.com Source 5: reddit.com Source 6: federalcos.com

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Highland Park, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.