Registered Nurse - OB

Mercyhealth

Freeport, Illinois

Eligibility: Ob/GynObstetric

Posted Jun 24

Unit and setting: L&D · Hospital
License: RN license
Term: Permanent

What it pays

Against similar roles: In range for Illinois staff rolesIllinois staff postings that state pay run $33/hr to $51/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $48/hr, across 1,662 postings.

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Note: The employer is listed as MERCYHEALTH in Freeport, Illinois (61032), but the provided job descriptions reference FHN Memorial Hospital and the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. This discrepancy suggests either a name change, affiliation, or data mismatch…

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The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards.

What's around it?

In Freeport, IL

Freeport, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $793/mo
Household income: $51,723/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Freeport, IL

NeighborhoodsResidential Freeport radiates outward from its historic downtown near the Pecatonica River toward established residential corridors along South Walnut Avenue, East Pleasant Street, and quiet subdivisions near Highland Community College. The housing landscape primarily features established Craftsman-style single-family homes, historic brick properties, and converted character bungalows rather than sprawling contemporary developments. Most residential pockets sit within a few minutes' drive of healthcare facilities, offering an unhurried, small-town neighborhood feel.

Residential Freeport radiates outward from its historic downtown near the Pecatonica River toward established residential corridors along South Walnut Avenue, East Pleasant Street, and quiet subdivisions near Highland Community College. The housing landscape primarily features established Craftsman-style single-family homes, historic brick properties, and converted character bungalows rather than sprawling contemporary developments.

Most residential pockets sit within a few minutes' drive of healthcare facilities, offering an unhurried, small-town neighborhood feel.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: areavibes.com

Getting aroundCommutes in Freeport are exceptionally brief, with typical drive times hovering between 10 and 12 minutes to major employers like FHN Hospital. Driving is overwhelmingly the primary mode of transit, as fixed-route public transportation is virtually nonexistent for clinical shift work. Traffic congestion is negligible, and on-site surface parking at medical centers and district schools is readily accessible throughout the day.

Commutes in Freeport are exceptionally brief, with typical drive times hovering between 10 and 12 minutes to major employers like FHN Hospital. Driving is overwhelmingly the primary mode of transit, as fixed-route public transportation is virtually nonexistent for clinical shift work.

Traffic congestion is negligible, and on-site surface parking at medical centers and district schools is readily accessible throughout the day.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: apartments.com Source 3: livability.com Source 4: areavibes.com

Outdoors

Outdoor recreation is a major highlight, anchored by Krape Park with its walking paths, mature trees, and community events. Natural retreats like Oakdale provide wooded trails for hiking and quiet escapes, while Read Park and the beloved Little Cubs Field offer community athletics and youth sports.

Water enthusiasts can access paddling and kayaking trails along the winding Pecatonica River.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: greaterfreeport.com Source 2: us.trip.com Source 3: niche.com

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Living in Freeport

Known proudly as 'Pretzel City, USA,' Freeport offers relocating nurses a relaxed, unhurried lifestyle set along the Pecatonica River in Stephenson County. Working at FHN Hospital means escaping big-city highway gridlock entirely; commutes across town rarely exceed ten to twelve minutes, and parking is straightforward. Daily life centers on established neighborhoods filled with historic Craftsman homes and bungalow apartments, close to civic treasures like Krape Park, the wooded trails of Oakdale, and the replica diamond at Little Cubs Field. Community gatherings like the summer Music on Chicago concert series and performances at the Winneshiek Playhouse foster a grounded small-town cohesion. Prospective residents should weigh clear tradeoffs: nightlife is subdued, international dining options are sparse, and public transit is practically non-existent, making a reliable personal vehicle necessary for winter driving and hospital commutes. For nurses seeking an affordable, low-stress pace with quick access to regional healthcare facilities, Freeport provides a dependable, quiet Midwestern home base.

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As of 2026-09Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: greaterfreeport.com Source 3: realestate.usnews.com Source 4: livability.com Source 5: niche.com

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Freeport, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.