RN - Acute Care

Up to $25,000 Sign-On Bonus

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.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute Care

• 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.

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

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.

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

• 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

• 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.

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