RN Residency and Nurse Extern - Summer 2025 grads

Position Overview

Now is the best time to start your career as a Registered Nurse (RN)! Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our healthcare team at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL. This role is ideal for newly graduated nurses or those in their final semester, as you can start as a Nurse Extern II and transition into an RN position once you become license pending. You will be assigned to various departments including Medical, Ortho, Neuro, CVCU, IMC, ICU, CVICU, ED, NICU, Peds, OB, and OR, working full-time nights (36 hrs/wk). Sign On Bonus: $10,000 and Compensation ranges from $34.00 to $51.00 per hour based on your experience.

HSHS is built on over 145 years of service, a commitment to respect, care, competence, and joy, and a focus on delivering patient-centered, holistic care. All colleagues are required to be COVID-19 vaccinated or have an approved exemption.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited and approved school of nursing accepted for licensure in the state of practice is required.
• Licensure Requirements:
  • Illinois: License pending designation required with licensure obtained within 90 days of passing the exam.
  • Wisconsin: A Temporary Permit is required with licensure obtained within three months (renewable once for an additional three-month period).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Previous healthcare or service industry experience is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans for full-time and part-time colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that combines vacation, sick, and personal days for flexible time off.
• Retirement benefits with HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits offering up to $4,000 per calendar year and tuition discounts.
• Adoption Assistance providing financial support up to $7,500 to help with application, legal fees, and transportation.
• Other benefits include a wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards, recognition programs, and discounted services.