Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care
Decatur, IL
ICU
Sign-on bonusPosted Jun 18
- Unit
- ICU
What the listing says
Role
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- $17/hr below the median
- Sign-on bonus
- $20,000
The median for ICU in Illinois is $47/hr, across 75 postings.
About this role
Min: USD $30.23/Hr. Max: USD $48.37/Hr.
Overview
Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus
Take your nursing career to the next level in a high-acuity setting. As a Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) at Decatur Memorial Hospital, you’ll deliver advanced, life-saving care to critically ill patients while working alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes.
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What You’ll Do
Provide expert-level nursing care to critically ill patients, ensuring rapid response and precise interventions. Perform comprehensive assessments and collaborate with physicians to implement complex treatment plans. Monitor patients closely, administering medications, IV fluids and advanced life-support interventions as needed.
Operate and manage advanced life-support equipment for patients with complex medical conditions. Offer compassionate support to patients and families, providing education and guidance during critical moments. Foster seamless coordination among healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Stay at the forefront of critical care nursing through continuous education and hands-on experience.
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 skilled critical care nurse who thrives in high-pressure environments, 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
Critical care, ICU, or emergency nursing experience preferred Strong ability to manage high-acuity patients and complex care situations
Responsibilities
Key
Responsibilities
Deliver specialized nursing care following ICU protocols and best practices. Assess, stabilize and manage patients with life-threatening conditions. Administer medications, IV therapies and advanced clinical interventions. Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists and interdisciplinary teams. Ensure accurate documentation of treatments, patient responses and critical changes. Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety regulations and professional standards. Participate in ongoing training, certification and professional development.
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
all local households, not nurse pay
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.
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About the employer
You come into Memorial Health through Springfield Memorial or Decatur Memorial, part of a central Illinois network that covers primary care, heart care, and full hospital services. On the floor the work is concrete: Medical ICU 3C handles septic shock,…
On your path
ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.
Worth asking
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- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?