December 2026 New Grad RN-Emergency Department RN

Memorial Home Services; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Continuing education opportunities

Life insurance

Job summary

Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL is seeking a New Grad Registered Nurse for our Nurse Residency Program. You will receive structured training, mentorship, and hands-on experience alongside experienced nurses and physicians to develop clinical skills.

The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, critical thinking, teamwork, and ongoing learning, with strong support for career growth and confidence building.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care that makes a real difference in patients’ lives.
• Develop clinical judgment through structured training and mentorship.
• Work with experienced staff to improve patient outcomes.
• Participate in a Nurse Residency Program designed to build confidence and leadership.
• Attend monthly residency sessions with new RNs to share experiences.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives for better patient care and safety.

Skills

Evidence-based practice

Team-based care

Continuous learning

Education

BSN preferred

Illinois RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Full timeThird Shift Shift$30.23 - $48.37December 2026 New Grad RN’s! Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Start your nursing career with confidence. As a New Graduate RN at Springfield 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 To review Memorial’s Benefits click here: Benefits – Memorial HRHighlights & BenefitsPaid Time Off (PTO)Memorial ChildcareMental Health ServicesGrowth OpportunitiesContinuing EducationLocal and National DiscountsPet InsuranceMedical, Dental, VisionFlexible Spending Account401(k)Life Insurance and Voluntary BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program and Colleague WellnessAdoption AssistanceRequired ExperienceWho 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 environmentSpringfield, IL Move left Move right Move up Move down+ Zoom in- Zoom outHome Jump left by 75%End Jump right by 75%Page Up Jump up by 75%Page Down Jump down by 75%Sorry, we have no imagery here.Sorry, we have no imagery here.Sorry, we have no imagery here.Sorry, we have no imagery here.Sorry, we have no imagery here.Sorry, we have no imagery here.Sorry, we have no imagery here.Sorry, we have no imagery here.Sorry, we have no imagery here.Sorry, we have no imagery here.To activate drag with keyboard, press Alt + Enter. Once in keyboard drag state, use the arrow keys to move the marker. To complete the drag, press the Enter key. To cancel, press Escape.Keyboard shortcutsMap Data Map data 2026 GoogleMap data 2026 Google100 m Click to toggle between metric and imperial unitsTermsReport a map error