Nursing
Join us in our purpose of redefining care for all.
At Advocate Health, nurses lead with skill, compassion and diverse perspectives. Together, we raise the standard of care and transform how healthcare is delivered.
Whether you work at the bedside, in a clinic, a surgery center or in patients’ homes, your impact is real. Across our eight-state footprint, nurses come together as one team – focused on improving lives every day.
42K
nurses across Advocate Health
3rd
largest nonprofit health care system in the U.S.
174K
teammates across our seven-state footprint
39M
annual patient encounters
19
Magnet® designated hospitals (2025)
Your place in nursing is here.
Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, Advocate Health offers opportunities to grow, lead and thrive – at every stage of your career.
Developing solutions for nurses, by nurses.
At Advocate Health, nurse-led innovation drives safer care. Our teams reduce harm and improve outcomes using technology built by nurses, for nurses.
For example, we introduced a real-time clinical dashboard embedded in the medical record – the first of its kind in the U.S. This innovation was showcased nationally by Epic as a best practice.
Supporting you so you can support others.
Here, nurses help shape how, when and where care is delivered. We empower you with strong peer networks, supportive leaders and a culture that values your perspective.
You’ll also benefit from flexible scheduling, collaborative teams and resources that support your wellbeing. Because when you’re supported, your patients are too.
Innovation in action
Our nurses lead the way in adopting technology that saves time and strengthens patient connection. From bedside mobile tools to ambient listening solutions, innovation starts with the people delivering care.
Growing through opportunity
We invest in your growth at every stage. Through mentorship, continuing education and leadership development, you’ll find pathways tailored to your goals.
When nurses grow, patient care improves – it’s that simple.
Supporting your education
Eligible teammates receive up to $5,250 annually in education assistance. You can use this support for tuition, books, exams and course fees.
Some roles also qualify for student loan support, helping you move forward with confidence.
Staying power built on belonging
A strong culture drives retention. Nurses stay at Advocate Health because they feel valued, supported and connected to their teams.
Across our system, turnover and vacancy rates remain below national benchmarks. In 2025, we exceeded national nurse satisfaction benchmarks across all seven measured categories according to our annual employee survey – demonstrating a culture built to last.
Recognized excellence. Real career growth.
Advocate Health nurses are nationally recognized for excellence, with Magnet and Pathway to Excellence designations that reflect the strength of our practice environments. Through programs like ADVANCE, we support and reward continuous growth – helping RNs expand their impact and advance their careers with purpose.
Advocate Health: The Power of Nursing
From peer-driven awards to national honors, Advocate Health nurses are celebrated for the difference they make. In 2025, our nurses received:
- 13 Magnet® designations recognizing 19 facilities
- 7 Pathway to Excellence® designations recognizing 10 facilities
- 4 national best Pathway sites
- 2,000+ Nursing Excellence Award nominations
- 20,000+ DAISY nominations
ADVANCE: RN Clinical Advancement Program
Grow your career your way with ADVANCE, our RN clinical advancement program.
ADVANCE recognizes achievements in certification, education, evidence-based practice and clinical excellence. It gives you flexibility and control over your career path – while rewarding your growth.
Program highlights:
- Bonus incentives
- Multiple advancement levels
- Flexible participation options
- Rolling application cycles
- Open to direct-care RNs across settings
- Streamlined digital portfolio submission