RN Residency and Nurse Extern II - Winter 2026 grads

SJB HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital, Breese; Breese (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

Hospital Sisters Health System in Breese, IL, offers a Nursing Extern II opportunity for Winter 2026 graduates transitioning into an RN role after licensure. The program supports students during their last semester and enables a seamless move into an RN position once licensure is obtained.

The role is a 36-hour weekly schedule (nights, 7p–7a) in the Medical-Surgical department at St. Joseph's Hospital Clinic in Breese, IL. BLS required; multi-state licensure rules apply where applicable.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program and eligible for licensure in state of practice.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Education

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred

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 Winter 2026 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

Core Function: Nursing Students

Schedule: 36 hrs/wk, Nights, 7p-7a

Facility: St. Joseph's Hospital Clinic

Location: Breese, IL

Sign On: Up to $10,000 Compensation that aligns with your experience Find out more about our Nursing Student Opportunities HERE -https://www.hshs.org/c/nursing-student/

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

• 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!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits 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.

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].

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.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

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.

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.