Registered Nurse - CTA Homeless Outreach Program

Thresholds; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance plans (4 options)

Job summary

Thresholds in Chicago is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Homeless Outreach Program to deliver trauma-informed nursing care and health navigation to individuals experiencing homelessness. Working with a multidisciplinary team along the CTA Red Line, you assess needs, provide basic care, promote wellness, and connect clients to healthcare and social services.

Eligibility includes an RN license and an accredited degree; the role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a strong commitment to

Qualifications

• RN license from an accredited program.
• Degrees in nursing (ADN/BSN/MSN) accepted.
• Experience in community-based or outreach nursing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, trauma-informed nursing care to people experiencing homelessness.
• Perform health assessments and basic medical care.
• Offer health navigation and connect clients to healthcare and social services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary outreach team along the CTA Red Line.

Skills

Passion for mental health advocacy

Effective communication

Time management

Driver's license

Transportation to clients

Education

RN license

Associate/Bachelor’s/Master’s in Nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse - CTA Homeless Outreach Program

Job Category: Staff

Requisition Number: REGIS008374

• Posted : August 1, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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4101 N Ravenswood Ave
Chicago, IL 60613, USA

Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) for the Homeless Outreach Program provides compassionate, trauma-informed nursing care and health navigation services to individuals experiencing homelessness. Working as part of a multidisciplinary outreach team, the RN engages clients on the CTA Red Line to assess health needs, provide basic medical care, promote wellness, and connect individuals to healthcare and social service resources.

The ideal candidate is passionate about serving vulnerable populations, skilled in community-based care, and committed to improving health outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.

The Thresholds Homeless Outreach Program (HOP) was established in 1989 to provide assertive outreach, linkage to primary and psychiatric care, and resource referral to people experiencing homelessness along with serious mental illnesses. We are Chicago’s only citywide mental health homeless outreach program, and our primary goal is simple: to get people living with mental illnesses into stable housing and help them recover and regain their lives. We believe it is not enough to simply be available to the people who need our services – we need to bring our services to them.

SCHEDULE: MON-FRI 4:00pm - 12:30am

To succeed in this role, you need:

• Passion for mental health advocacy
• Desire to provide compassionate care
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong time management and organization
• A valid driver’s license, current car insurance, and daily access to your own car
• Willingness to provide transportation to clients

Education and experience required for this role:

• Registered Nurse license
• Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited school of Nursing.

What sets Thresholds apart:

• Competitive pay – Base Salary: $87,000 - $95,000 annually
  • Based on education and experience
• Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation)
• Dental insurance, vision insurance,choice of 4 medical insurance plans
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
• Cell phone reimbursement (up to $50/month)
• Public service loan forgiveness
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Nursing available at no cost
• Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewal

Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to fostering an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency’s mission.

One of the oldest and largest community mental health organizations in Illinois, we pride ourselves in being a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, several years in a row.

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