Registered Nurse - Community Health
How this pay compares
This posting states $35.35–$53.58 an hour. Open registered nurse jobs in Illinois post a median of $45.80 an hour, the middle half $41.63–$47.75, across 1,495 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Registered nurses employed in Illinois earn a median of $46.15 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Overview
Department: Community Health Education
Schedule: Full-Time, Days
Facility: Mercy Medical Center
Location: 1325 N Highland, Aurora, Illinois 60506
Compensation Range: $35.35-$53.58
Why Join Mercy Medical Center?
- Join an award-winning community hospital that is part of the nationally recognized Prime Healthcare network, providing employees with the stability and resources of a large health system
- Access comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, designed to support employees at every stage of their careers.
- Take advantage of tuition reimbursement programs, continuing education opportunities, and specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform.
Interview Process
- Fast, streamlined interview process - no long waits or multiple rounds
- One interview with quick decision‑making
- Flexible interview scheduling to fit your availability
- Apply, interview, and receive an offer quickly!
Minimum 3 years nursing experience in a clinical or healthcare setting strongly preferred.
Faith Community Nursing Foundations Course preferred
Bilingual preferred.
Responsibilities
The RN-Holistic will provide compassionate and comprehensive nursing care that addresses both the physical and emotional needs of patients. This role involves answering questions about diagnoses, medical treatments, medications, and procedures, while also coordinating treatment plans in collaboration with doctors. The RN-Holistic will regularly visit members in their homes, hospitals, or convalescent facilities to monitor health status and offer support during challenging times, such as bereavement. In addition to offering physical care, the RN-Holistic will serve as an advocate for their patients. The RN-Holistic will also assist with preparing members for medical visits, offer referrals to community agencies, and provide spiritual support, including praying with members when requested. This position supports the Community Benefits department and provides services for events and other activities as needed.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- Registered Nurse (RN) License.
- Certification in Holistic Nursing or completion of a specialized Parish Nurse/ Faith Community Nurse training program preferred.
- At least 3 years of nursing experience in a clinical or healthcare setting preferred.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge and skills in spiritual care, health education, and community outreach in faith-based settings.
- Experience working with diverse populations, particularly in faith-based or holistic healthcare, is an asset.
Pay Transparency
Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $53.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
From Prime Healthcare's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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