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Alex Real

Nurse

Nurse Des Plaines, IL Brookdale
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
18 years at Brookdale
Gender
Male
Connections
2
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Alex Real is one of them.
  • 18,103 Nurses are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 231 contacts at Brookdale 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 July 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
North Park University
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing, Bachelors
2019
Oakton Community College
Associates
2014
About Brookdale
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
brookdale.com
Office Location
800 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL
Professional Overview

Alex Real is a Nurse, currently affiliated with Brookdale, based in Des Plaines, IL. As a nurse, Real contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Des Plaines, IL. They have been with Brookdale for 18 years. Real holds academic credentials, including Bachelor Of Science In Nursing, Bachelors and Associates, from North Park University and Oakton Community College. Brookdale 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 Des Plaines, 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 Alex Real located?
Alex Real is based in Des Plaines, IL. They are currently affiliated with Brookdale.
What is Alex Real's specialty?
Alex Real specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Nurse.
Where does Alex Real currently work?
Alex Real currently works at Brookdale. They have been there for 18 years.
What is Alex Real's educational background?
Alex Real attended North Park University and Oakton Community College.
How do I contact Alex Real 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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