Registered Nurse - Emergency Services

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee; Watseka (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

St. Mary's Hospital in Kankakee, IL is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Emergency Services department. This full-time night shift (7p–7:30a) involves direct patient care, collaboration with physicians, and adherence to EMTALA constraints to ensure safe outcomes in a high-acuity ED setting.

Eligible candidates may receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus. The facility offers a comprehensive benefits program within a large health system, with tuition assistance and ongoing education

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• ALS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• PALS certificate and/or ENPC within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
• CEN preferred.
• BSN preferred.
• ECRN or MICN certificate within 12 months of hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe patient care using the nursing process in the Emergency Department.
• Direct and guide patient/family teaching and activities of other nurses.
• Communicate changes in patient condition with physicians and document results.

Skills

RN skills

Education

RN License

BLS

ALS

PALS/ENPC

CEN preferred

BSN preferred

ECRN or MICN within 12 months

Job description

Bonus Amount: $10,000 Bonus Information: Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Department

Emergency Services

Schedule

Full-Time, Nights, 7p - 7:30a

Facility

St. Mary's Hospital

Location

500 W Court St, Kankakee,Illinois60901

Compensation Range

$35.35 - 53.58

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Why Join St. Mary's Hospital?

St. Mary's Hospital offers a range of specialty services, including heart care, cancer treatment, stroke care, and orthopedics. With an array of minimally invasive procedures utilizing the latest robotic-assisted technology, along with comprehensive imaging and lab services, all services are conveniently located on one campus. We are accredited as a Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology (ACC), designated as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission (TJC), and hold several orthopedic accreditations.

Join an award-winning community hospital that is part of the nationally recognized Prime Healthcare network, providing employees with the stability and resources of a large health system

Access comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, designed to support employees at every stage of their careers.

Take advantage of tuition reimbursement programs, continuing education opportunities, and specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform.

Interview Process

Fast, streamlined interview process — no long waits or multiple rounds

One interview with quick decision‑making

Flexible interview scheduling to fit your availability

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing care in Telemetry. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her patients in the Emergency Department. They communicate with the physician about the changes in the patient’s clinical condition including results of the diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is capable of responding quickly and accurately to changes in the condition and/or response to treatment. Is knowledgeable about EMTALA regulations and reporting of child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies and Hospital Social Worker. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ALS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 60 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below)

• ECRN or MICN certificate required within 12 months of hire and maintained current
• EDAP certified facilities: Completion of required annual education
• Non-OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Trauma designated facilities: Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) required within 12 months of hire and maintain. Non-trauma facilities, TNCC preferred.

Pay Transparency

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $53.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:

Employment Status: Full Time Shift: Nights Equal Employment Opportunity:Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.