Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate

Memorial Health; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Memorial Health in Decatur, IL, invites new graduate RNs to join a Nurse Residency Program designed to transition from student to professional nurse. You will gain hands-on experience in a collaborative setting with mentors and preceptors guiding your development.

The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and leadership skills, with a structured track and monthly residency sessions. Competitive benefits and sign-on available.

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 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.

Skills

Nursing care

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical judgment

Education

BSN preferred

RN license in Illinois

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Position Type

On-site

Job Description Summary

Up to $20,000 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

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

Pay Transparency

$30.23 - $48.37

Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Benefits

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options.

All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests will be handled confidentially.