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Overview

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Start your nursing career with confidence. As a New Graduate RN at Decatur Memorial Hospital, you'll receive the support you need to transition from student to professional nurse. Through a structured, nationally recognized Nurse Residency Program, you'll gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment, surrounded by experienced nurses, preceptors and mentors dedicated to your success.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care that makes a real difference in patients' lives.
• Develop critical thinking and clinical judgment skills through structured training and mentorship.
• Work alongside experienced nurses, physicians and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
• Engage in a comprehensive Nurse Residency Program designed to strengthen your confidence and leadership skills.
• Participate in monthly residency sessions, collaborating with fellow new RNs to share experiences and best practices.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives that drive better patient care and safety.

Why Join Us?

At Memorial Health, we invest in your professional development, well-being and career growth with:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Continuing education opportunities
• Life insurance and voluntary benefits
• Mental health services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption assistance
• Local and national discounts

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

You’re a compassionate and motivated new graduate RN eager to develop your clinical skills and provide high-quality patient care.

Education, Licensures & Certifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred)
• Active or pending RN license in Illinois
• BLS certification required

Experience:

• New graduate RNs encouraged to apply (no experience required)
• Strong interest in evidence-based practice and continuous learning
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented patient-centered environment

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care across various hospital units.
• Monitor patient conditions, administer medications and document care accurately.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort and satisfaction throughout the care process.
• Collaborate with nursing leaders, educators and interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Engage in professional development, mentorship programs and ongoing learning opportunities.

Location:

This position is based at Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur, IL, part of Memorial Health’s network of care.

Recruiter:

Jessica Brown, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner

brown.jessica@mhsil.com