RN Residency and Nurse Extern II - Summer 2027 Grads

SJS HSHS St. John's Hospital; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Health coverage for full-time and part

PTO

Retirement benefits

Education assistance up to $5,250 per/

Adoption assistance

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Discretionary rewards

Job summary

SJS HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL is seeking motivated nursing students to start as a Nurse Extern II and transition into a Registered Nurse once licensure is secured.

The role offers a 36-hour weekly schedule on night shifts (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) with weekend/holiday rotation and a sign-on bonus up to $20,000. Graduate from an accredited nursing program; RN licensure required to practice in state, with Wisconsin/Illinois licensure considerations.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program approved for licensure.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Licensed RN in state of practice required, multi-state license allowed per region.

Skills

Nurse extern II

Nursing student

RN licensure pending

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred

Job description

Pay Range: $34.00 - $51.00 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Now is the best time to start your career as a Registered Nurse (RN)! HSHS is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our healthcare team. This is an excellent opportunity for newly graduated nurses looking to transition into a rewarding nursing career. You are eligible to start as a Nurse Extern II during your final semester and transition right into an RN position once you become license pending!

Position Specifics

Department: Various units Core Function: Nursing Students Schedule: Full time, 36 hrs/wk, Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Weekend and holiday rotation Facility: St. John's Hospital Location: Springfield, IL Sign On Bonus: up to $20,000 for approved units Compensation that aligns with your experience Applicant must not require sponsorship for an employment visa, either now or in the future.

Education Qualifications

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 Qualifications

Experience in healthcare is preferred.

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

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.

Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 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 health care 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

• HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well‑being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health.
• Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS 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!

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.

HSHS 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.

Imagine an organization where you’re empowered to care for all who need assistance, regardless of means. To provide quality, patient‑centered, holistic care—and build caring relationships. To master innovations that make a profound difference within our halls, throughout our communities, and into the future. All of these aspirations are within your reach at Hospital Sisters Health System, a multi‑institutional health care system serving communities throughout Illinois and Wisconsin. Become part of our team in a wide array of areas and enjoy an experience beyond belief.

Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community‑based health centers and clinics, our 11,000+ 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 health care 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.