RN Residency and Nurse Extern II - Summer 2027 grads

HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital, Highland; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Education assistance

Adoption assistance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness program

Discount program

Job summary

Hospital Sisters Health System in Highland, IL, invites Summer 2027 nursing graduates to apply for a Nurse Extern II role and transition into an RN position after licensure.

The program offers nights, 36 hrs/wk, with a sign-on bonus up to $10,000. Eligibility includes RN license in state, BLS, and no sponsorship required; bachelor’s in nursing preferred.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in state of practice required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Graduate from an accredited nursing program and licensure accepted for practice.

Responsibilities

• Support nursing team and patient care during shifts as a Nurse Extern II.
• Assist with clinical tasks and transition into RN role after licensure.
• Adhere to hospital policies and safety guidelines while providing compassionate care.

Job description

Pay Range: $30.50 - $46.80. A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.

Hospital Sisters Health System is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our healthcare team. We have an excellent opportunity for Summer 2027 graduate nurses looking to transition into a rewarding nursing career. You are eligible to start as a Nurse Extern II during your last semester of school and transition right into your RN position once you obtain your license!

Position Specifics

• Departments: Medical-Surgical, ED
• Core Function: Nursing Students
• Schedule: 36 hrs/wk, Nights, 7p-7a
• Facility: St. Joseph's Hospital
• Location: Highland, IL
• Sign On: Up to $10,000

Requirements

• Applicant must not require sponsorship for an employment Visa, either now or in the future.
• Graduate from an accredited and approved school of nursing accepted for licensure in the state of practice is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in state of practice is required.
• Wisconsin: RNs may practice with a valid multi-state RN license as outlined in the Nurse Licensure Compact rules.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
• Hospital Sisters requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues. This does not apply to positions that are classified as 100% remote.
• HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
• HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

Job Description

Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
• Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
• Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
• Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!

Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process

Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants. Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS. Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.