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Senior Lifestyle

Area Nurse - CCRCs

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K/yr

The CCRC Area Nurse provides clinical leadership, oversight, and operational support to multiple Continuing Care Retirement Communities. Should ensure compliance with state/federal regulations ...

Senior Lifestyle

Area Nurse - CCRCs

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K/yr

The CCRC Area Nurse provides clinical leadership, oversight, and operational support to multiple Continuing Care Retirement Communities. Should ensure compliance with state/federal regulations ...

Senior Lifestyle

Area Nurse - CCRCs

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K/yr

The CCRC Area Nurse provides clinical leadership, oversight, and operational support to multiple Continuing Care Retirement Communities. Should ensure compliance with state/federal regulations ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for area nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Area Nurse is a registered nurse who oversees healthcare services and nursing staff within a specific geographic region, such as a district or group of facilities. Their role often includes supervising clinical practices, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, providing training and support to other nurses, and coordinating care delivery across multiple sites. Area Nurses may work for healthcare organizations, government agencies, or community health services, and they play a crucial role in maintaining high standards of patient care. They often act as a liaison between management and clinical staff, addressing concerns and implementing best practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an area nurse?

To thrive as an Area Nurse, you need a solid clinical background, a current nursing license, and experience in community or public health nursing. Familiarity with mobile health technologies, electronic health records, and community outreach systems is often required. Strong organizational skills, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication help build trust and coordinate care across diverse populations. These competencies are crucial for delivering quality healthcare services and managing health programs efficiently across multiple locations.

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Area Nurses often oversee several clinics or healthcare facilities within a region, which can present challenges such as balancing administrative duties with hands-on patient care, ensuring consistency in clinical standards, and effectively communicating across different teams. Time management and adaptability are crucial, as priorities can shift quickly based on site needs or staffing changes. Building strong relationships with local staff and regularly visiting each site can help Area Nurses address issues proactively and maintain high-quality patient care.

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Infographic showing various Area Nurse job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Area Nurse - CCRCs

Chicago, IL • On-site

Senior Lifestyle Corporate Office
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$100K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Area Nurse - CCRCs

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.

Job Description

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

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

Additional Information

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.

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