Registered Nurse; RN

Registered Nurse (RN)

Post Date:
Jan 30, 2026

Location:

Aurora, IL, US, 60506

Position Type:
Full Time

Requisition Number: 33844

Work Schedule:

Tues-Sat 3pm-11:30pm

Nearest Major Market:
Aurora

Nearest Secondary Market:
Chicago

Who is Gateway Foundation?

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards.

Why join us?

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you ll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice.

You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, while embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion for every individual in every community. When you join us, you have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

Location: Gateway Foundation Residential/Outpatient Drug Rehab Center – 400 Mercy Ln, Aurora, IL 60506

Position Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: 3rd shift - Saturday through Tuesday from 9:00pm-7:30am

Registered Nurses (RN) are responsible for:

• Managing and executing all nursing duties from clients' admission to program completion
• Consulting with clinical team members to develop and implement individualized substance abuse treatment plans
• Pursuing continual improvement of nursing function, underscoring ethics and consistent with regulatory standards
• Administering medications and assists physicians in conducting examinations and treatments as warranted
• Maintaining required client records related to assessments, diagnoses, and treatments
• Conducting educational classes and seminars for clients and staff concerning health, medical issues, infection control and related topics
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Current License as a Registered Nurse in the state of hire required
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
• At least 2 years of work experience in a social service environment or related field required
• Concurrent experience with relevant client population (adult, youth or outpatient) preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Normal or corrected vision and color vision to read measures and assess symptoms (critical)
• Communication abilities to gather and exchange information with clients and staff (critical)
• Proofreading and checking documents for accuracy, and reading reports regularly (critical)
• Ability to respond to telephone, pages and intercoms (critical)
• Manual dexterity to manipulate instruments and perform treatments (critical)
• Ability to drive to various locations (essential, depending on center)
• Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information (essential)
• Ability to stoop and bend, reach and grab, and move for up to two hours at a time (desirable)

Compensation (based on experience and credentials):

• RN — $36.96-$46.87 per hour
• Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases

Shift Differential Pay:

• To qualify for differential payments, a minimum of 2 hours per shift must be worked (Saturday and Sunday shifts are exempt from this requirement).
• Monday through Friday:
  • Hours worked from 3:00 PM to 11:15 PM qualify for an additional $2.00 per hour.
  • Hours worked from 11:15 PM to 7:45 AM the following day qualify for an additional $3.00 per hour.
• Saturday and Sunday:
  • All hours worked from 12:00 AM Saturday to 11:59 PM Sunday receive an additional $2.00 per hour.
  • Hours worked from 3:00 PM to 11:15 PM qualify for an additional $4.00 per hour.
  • Hours worked from 11:15 PM to 7:45 AM the following day qualify for an additional $5.00 per…