Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care

Memorial Health (IL) Jacksonville, IL 62650, US

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$30.23 - $48.37 / hour

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Overview

****Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus****

Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute Care

Take the next step in your nursing career. As a Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute Care at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, you’ll provide expert care for acutely ill patients, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and play a key role in delivering high-quality treatment outcomes. Join a supportive, patient-focused team where your skills and compassion make a difference every day.

What You’ll Do:

Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals with acute medical needs.
Conduct detailed assessments and develop individualized care plans that support recovery.
Administer medications, IV therapies and treatments with precision and adherence to best practices.
Monitor patient conditions, responding proactively to changes and adjusting care plans as needed.
Educate patients and families on treatment plans, recovery strategies and long-term health management.
Collaborate with physicians, specialists and healthcare teams to ensure seamless, coordinated care.

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

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct nursing care in alignment with hospital policies and clinical standards.
Monitor patient progress, document care interventions and maintain accurate medical records.
Support patient education efforts to enhance understanding and self-care management.
Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Assist in training, mentoring and onboarding new nurses and students.
Ensure compliance with hospital safety protocols, infection control measures and regulatory requirements.

Location:

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

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

A dedicated nurse who thrives in an acute care setting, demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and prioritizes patient-centered care.

Education, Licensures & Certifications:

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required
BSN preferred
Licensed RN in Illinois
CPR certification required or must be completed during onboarding

Experience:

New graduates and experienced RNs welcome
2-3 years of acute care experience preferred

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