Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Care Center
Decatur, IL
Posted Jun 18
- Unit
- ER
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- $30/hr below the median
- Sign-on bonus
- $20,000
The median for Emergency in Illinois is $60/hr, across 9 postings.
About this role
Min: USD $30.23/Hr. Max: USD $48.37/Hr.
Overview
Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus
Make an immediate impact in a fast-paced emergency care environment. As a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Care Center at Decatur Memorial Hospital, you’ll provide life-saving care, coordinate treatments and support patients during critical moments. Work alongside a skilled team where every decision matters and every second counts.
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What You’ll Do
Provide expert emergency nursing care, rapidly assessing and stabilizing patients in critical conditions. Work collaboratively with emergency physicians and multidisciplinary teams to implement fast, effective treatment plans. Administer life-saving interventions, including medications, IV fluids and advanced resuscitation techniques. Support trauma response efforts, assisting in high-acuity cases and critical procedures. Educate patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions and preventive care strategies. Stay sharp in a high-intensity setting, continuously expanding your skills through hands-on experience and professional development.
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
To review Memorial's Benefits click here: Benefits - Memorial HR
Qualifications
Who We’re Looking For
A dedicated emergency nurse who thrives in high-pressure situations, demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and prioritizes patient safety.
Education, Licensures &
Certifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Licensed RN in Illinois
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- ACLS and PALS certification required per policy
Experience
Emergency nursing, trauma or critical care experience preferred Strong decision-making skills in high-stress situations
Responsibilities
Key
Responsibilities
Deliver urgent and critical care following emergency protocols and best practices. Perform rapid patient assessments, stabilize conditions and manage acute medical issues. Ensure accurate documentation of treatments, medications and patient responses. Maintain compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards and safety guidelines. Coordinate with team members during trauma activations and resuscitation efforts. Engage in ongoing training, certification and professional development programs.
Location
This position is based at Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur, IL, part of Memorial Health’s network of care.
Recruiter
Jessica Brown, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner brown.jessica@mhsil.com
Sourced from a public job board.
Requirements
- Illinois RN License
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- PALS certification required
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus
- 401(k)
- Vision
- Paid time off
- CE reimbursement
Place
- City
- Decatur, IL
- Median rent
- $845/mo
- Local household income
- $51,592/yr
- Metro price level
- 12% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Decatur area index 88.4, where 100 is the national average.
Decatur sits in the heart of central Illinois, offering a laid-back Midwestern pace with easy access to Lake Decatur for outdoor downtime. A solid choice for nurses seeking a quieter community with genuine small-city charm.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.
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