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Melanie Richardson

Cru Registered Nurse

Nurse Downers Grove, IL Advocate Aurora Health
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
3 years at Advocate Aurora Health
Gender
Female
Connections
251
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Melanie Richardson is one of them.
  • 18,103 Nurses are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 1,415 contacts at Advocate Aurora Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in IL: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $128,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in IL: Advocate Health Care (584), Rush University Medical Center (435), Osf Healthcare (331).
  • 5% of Nurses in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 72% of Nurses in IL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Simmons University
2023
Duke University
Bachelor’s Degree
2015
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
2014
Skills
Time Management Organized Multi Tasker Cpr Certified Social Media Vital Signs Bilingual English/German Health Education Medical Terminology Lifeguarding Critical Thinking Blogging Healthcare Nutrition Education Aed Medical Records First Aid Certified Pediatric Advanced Life Support
About Advocate Aurora Health
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
dukehealth.org
Office Location
3075 Highland Pkwy, Downers Grove, IL
Professional Overview

Melanie Richardson is a Cru Registered Nurse, currently affiliated with Advocate Aurora Health, based in Downers Grove, IL. As a nurse, Richardson contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Downers Grove, IL. They have been with Advocate Aurora Health for 3 years. Richardson holds academic credentials, including Bachelor’s Degree and Bachelor of Science (B.S.), from Simmons University and Duke University. Core competencies include Time Management, Organized Multi Tasker, Cpr Certified, Social Media, Vital Signs. Advocate Aurora Health operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Downers Grove, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melanie Richardson located?
Melanie Richardson is based in Downers Grove, IL. They are currently affiliated with Advocate Aurora Health.
What is Melanie Richardson's specialty?
Melanie Richardson specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Cru Registered Nurse.
Where does Melanie Richardson currently work?
Melanie Richardson currently works at Advocate Aurora Health. They have been there for 3 years.
What is Melanie Richardson's educational background?
Melanie Richardson attended Simmons University and Duke University.
How do I contact Melanie Richardson for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in IL?
Nurses in IL typically earn $110,000 to $165,000 annually, with a median of $128,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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