At Kane County Connects, we’re always looking for ways to help people find jobs and grow the local economy. There’s a great opportunity coming up in Elgin this weekend for folks in the healthcare industry — nursing in particular.

Presence Health Fox River Valley will host a Nursing Job Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 11 in the St. Luke’s room at Presence Saint Joseph Hospital, 77 North Airlite St., Elgin.

Human Resources professional and recruiters will provide information on open RN positions at Presence Mercy Medical Center in Aurora and Presence Saint Joseph Hospital in Elgin. Positions are currently available in ED, ICU, Progressive Care Unit, Med/Surg, Cardiac Cath and additional specialties.

“At Presence Health, you’ll work beside skilled, caring and committed professionals. You’ll earn competitive compensation and benefits while advancing your career. And you’ll enjoy a supportive, collaborative workplace,” the Presence Health press release says. “Come find your role in creating a healing environment—one that makes a positive difference in the Fox River Valley region.”

Created in November 2011 through the merger of Provena Health and Resurrection Health Care, Presence Health is the largest Catholic health system based in Illinois. With 12 hospitals, 27 long-term care and senior living facilities, dozens of physician offices and health centers, home care, hospice, behavioral health services and more, Presence Health cares for people in all stages of life.

“In addition to delivering excellent care and service, Presence Health wants to inspire people to see their health in a new way,” the press release says. “More than doctor visits and medical tests, but a lifelong journey of small, manageable steps. The Presence Health goal is to empower people to take a few of those steps every day to achieve their best health.”

For more information on open positions at Presence Health, please visit http://www.presencehealth.org/careers.

SOURCE: Presence Health press release