Community RN: Clinical Care, Education & Coordination

Avento Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Training and development support

Job summary

Avento Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for a full-time, community-based role in Chicago, IL. You will combine clinical nursing with medication oversight, care coordination, staff education, and health advocacy outside a hospital setting.

The RN will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, collaborate with providers and families, and promote safe, consistent care across settings. Travel locally is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Illinois RN license.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Must possess or obtain Illinois RN-Trainer certificate.
• Strong nursing assessment, clinical judgment, communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
• Ability to travel locally as required.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and health support services per professional standards and regulations.
• Assess illness, injury, or condition changes and provide nursing guidance.
• Consult with direct-care staff on medical concerns and on-call needs.
• Train and oversee staff in medication administration and health-support needs.
• Educate on medical conditions, diets, choking risks, equipment, seizures, and health needs.
• Coordinate medical, lab, health, and dental appointments and follow-ups.
• Administer medications per physician orders and review records for accuracy.
• Coordinate medication orders with pharmacies and healthcare providers.
• Monitor changes in health, medication response, and overall status.
• Document nursing assessments and care notes accurately and timely.
• Communicate condition changes to care teams, families, or guardians.
• Support compliance with state, federal, and quality requirements.
• Provide CPR/First Aid training when certified and needed.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Clinical judgment

Communication

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Illinois RN license

Nursing degree

RN-Trainer certificate

Job description

Avento Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for a full-time, community-based role in Chicago, IL. You will combine clinical nursing with medication oversight, care coordination, staff education, and health advocacy outside a hospital setting.

The RN will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, collaborate with providers and families, and promote safe, consistent care across settings. Travel locally is required.