Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Memorial Health; Lincoln (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

401(k)

FSA

Continuing Education

Life Insurance

Mental Health Services

Employee Assistance Program

Adoption Assistance

Discounts

Job summary

Memorial Health's Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Lincoln, IL is seeking an on-site Registered Nurse (RN) for the Operating Room. You will deliver direct patient care, perform assessments and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, evidence-based outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold an Illinois RN license, BLS, ACLS, and are prepared for a fast-paced OR environment with strong teamwork and education responsibilities for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Illinois required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS certification required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care in accordance with policies and standards.
• Administer medications, IV therapies and treatments with precision.
• Educate patients and families on conditions and discharge instructions.
• Supervise LPNs and unlicensed staff to coordinate care.
• Identify safety risks and support a secure patient environment.
• Participate in quality improvement and best practices.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Safety compliance

Education

Illinois RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room

Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in an acute care setting. As a Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute Care at Lincoln Memorial Hospital, you’ll play a critical role in providing comprehensive nursing care, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and ensuring the best possible outcomes for your patients. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise, compassion and dedication make a lasting impact.

USD $30.23/Hr.

USD $48.37/Hr.

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room

Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in an acute care setting. As a Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute Care at Lincoln Memorial Hospital, you’ll play a critical role in providing comprehensive nursing care, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and ensuring the best possible outcomes for your patients. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise, compassion and dedication make a lasting impact.

What You’ll Do

• Provide expert nursing care, performing assessments and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Administer medications, IV therapies and treatments with precision and adherence to physician orders.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions, treatment plans and discharge instructions.
• Lead and coordinate care by supervising LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Identify and mitigate safety risks, ensuring a secure and supportive patient environment.
• Play an active role in quality improvement initiatives and the implementation of best practices.

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 discount s

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

A compassionate nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values teamwork and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

Education, Licensures & Certifications

• Current RN license in Illinois required
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire
• ACLS certification required within one year of hire

Experience

• New graduates and experienced RNs welcome
• Meets credit range for Clinical Ladder levels:
• Clinical Nurse I: 0-12 credits, BSN preferred
• Clinical Nurse II: 13-24 credits with evidence of performance across two categories, BSN preferred
• Clinical Nurse III: 25-35 credits with performance across three categories, BSN or 30+ years of experience required
• Clinical Nurse IV: 36+ credits with performance across three categories, BSN or MSN enrollment/completion required

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care in accordance with hospital policies and clinical standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, infection control guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Support patient and family education to promote informed healthcare decisions.
• Assist in onboarding and training new nurses and students.
• Participate in professional development, continuing education and hospital-wide quality initiatives.

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