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Karen Ruffner

Emergency Room Nurse

Nurse Ottawa, IL Rush Oak Park Hospital
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
8 years at Rush Oak Park Hospital
Gender
Female
Connections
272
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Karen Ruffner is one of them.
  • 18,103 Nurses are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 85 contacts at Rush Oak Park Hospital 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 May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • 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
Joliet Junior College
Associates
2007
Purdue University Calumet
Bachelors
2014
Skills
Acls Pals Emergency Room Hospitals Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse Critical Care Nursing Emergency Nursing Bls Ekg Healthcare Pediatrics Prehospital Care Triage Meditech Acute Care Telemetry Ems Tncc Medication Administration Patient Education Emergency Services Ems Education Iv Phtls Ambulance Trauma Nursing Pre Hospital Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Trach Care Wound Care Geriatric Nursing G Tube Care/Maintenance Nursing Homes Nursing Documentation Ibex Medhost Computer Charting Nims Long Term Care Blood Collection Icu Patient Safety Nrp Emergency Medicine Cpr Certified Emr Nursing Education Patient Advocacy Direct Patient Care Paramedic
About Rush Oak Park Hospital
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
roph.org
Professional Overview

Karen Ruffner is a Emergency Room Nurse, currently affiliated with Rush Oak Park Hospital, based in Ottawa, IL. As a nurse, Ruffner contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Ottawa, IL. They have been with Rush Oak Park Hospital for 8 years. Ruffner holds academic credentials, including Associates and Bachelors, from Joliet Junior College and Purdue University Calumet. Core competencies include Acls, Pals, Emergency Room, Hospitals, Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse. Rush Oak Park Hospital operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 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 Ottawa, 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 Karen Ruffner located?
Karen Ruffner is based in Ottawa, IL. They are currently affiliated with Rush Oak Park Hospital.
What is Karen Ruffner's specialty?
Karen Ruffner specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Emergency Room Nurse.
Where does Karen Ruffner currently work?
Karen Ruffner currently works at Rush Oak Park Hospital. They have been there for 8 years.
What is Karen Ruffner's educational background?
Karen Ruffner attended Joliet Junior College and Purdue University Calumet.
How do I contact Karen Ruffner 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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