Staff RN

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee

Kankakee, Illinois

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee is a community hospital.

Posted Aug 26

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee workplace

Shift and hours: Days
Unit and setting: Oncology · Infusion
License: RN licenseCurrent and valid state RN License.
Term: Permanent

Do you qualify?

License: Current and valid state RN License.
Certification: Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Experience: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

Preferred

Certification: Oncology Nursing Certification preferred.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

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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 1,652 postings.

Benefits

PTO
401k/Retirement
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

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St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee

Community Hospital

You would be applying to St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, a community hospital serving Kankakee and the towns around it. In 2026 Forbes listed it among the country’s Top Hospitals and as the only Five-Star Overall honoree in Kankakee County…

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Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care within the scope of practice in the Oncology/Infusion Center. Provides chemotherapy and related medical oncology treatments and education to adult patients with diagnosed malignancies. Reports to Clinical Manager for Oncology/Hematology and Cancer Registry Services.

Qualifications

Education, experience, training

Current and valid state RN License.

Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Oncology Nursing Certification preferred.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Pay Transparency

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $47.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/ Employment Status: Part Time 59 Shift: Days Equal Employment Opportunity:

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

What's around it?

In Kankakee, IL

Kankakee, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 4% below the US average

Median rent: $1,023/mo
Household income: $47,514/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Kankakee, IL

NeighborhoodsResidential choices in the area include West Kankakee, known for its quiet, established residential streets and neighborhood feel, as well as historic pockets along the river. Many healthcare workers and young professionals also look just north across municipal borders into neighboring Bradley and Bourbonnais, which offer newer subdivisions and apartment communities with direct connectivity to commercial corridors.

Residential choices in the area include West Kankakee, known for its quiet, established residential streets and neighborhood feel, as well as historic pockets along the river. Many healthcare workers and young professionals also look just north across municipal borders into neighboring Bradley and Bourbonnais, which offer newer subdivisions and apartment communities with direct connectivity to commercial corridors.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: facebook.com Source 2: kankakeecountyed.org Source 3: bradleyillinois.com

Getting aroundDaily commutes for hospital staff are brief and rarely burdened by severe congestion, averaging around nineteen minutes across the city. Primary road corridors include Route 45 and Interstate 57 via Exits 312 and 315, providing direct access to major employers like Riverside Medical Center. Public transit operates with limited fixed-route service, making a personal vehicle a practical necessity for nurses commuting to rotating hospital shifts.

Daily commutes for hospital staff are brief and rarely burdened by severe congestion, averaging around nineteen minutes across the city. Primary road corridors include Route 45 and Interstate 57 via Exits 312 and 315, providing direct access to major employers like Riverside Medical Center.

Public transit operates with limited fixed-route service, making a personal vehicle a practical necessity for nurses commuting to rotating hospital shifts.

Sources

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

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation is anchored by the Kankakee River and the expansive Kankakee River State Park, which features over eleven miles of hiking trails through limestone rock formations along Rock Creek, smallmouth bass and walleye fishing, camping, and kayak launches. Additional regional outdoor attractions include scuba diving at Haigh Quarry, recreation around Lake Shannon, and county forest preserves outfitted for hiking and disc golf.

Outdoor recreation is anchored by the Kankakee River and the expansive Kankakee River State Park, which features over eleven miles of hiking trails through limestone rock formations along Rock Creek, smallmouth bass and walleye fishing, camping, and kayak launches. Additional regional outdoor attractions include scuba diving at Haigh Quarry, recreation around Lake Shannon, and county forest preserves outfitted for hiking and disc golf.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: bradleyillinois.com Source 2: visitkankakeecounty.com Source 3: m.yelp.com

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Living in Kankakee

Kankakee provides relocating nurses with an accessible, riverfront community centered on major healthcare employers like Riverside Medical Center. Located about an hour south of Chicago along Interstate 57, the city offers an uncomplicated daily routine characterized by sub-twenty-minute commutes along Route 45, light traffic, and a calm residential setting. Shift workers can settle into historic homes near the river, quiet residential pockets in West Kankakee, or newer suburban developments in neighboring Bourbonnais and Bradley. Time away from the hospital is anchored by the outdoors, notably Kankakee River State Park with eleven miles of trails around Rock Creek canyon, river paddling, and quarry diving. Downtown hubs like The Grove host community events such as the 24 North Sunset Stroll, alongside casual staples like Jaenicke's. The primary tradeoff is the car-dependent layout, as public transit is minimal and broader retail demands regular driving across the county. For nursing professionals prioritizing easy work logistics, peaceful surroundings, and natural amenities over urban density, Kankakee provides a stable, balanced Midwestern lifestyle.

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Sources

As of 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: facebook.com Source 3: kankakeecountyed.org Source 4: areavibes.com Source 5: bradleyillinois.com Source 6: facebook.com Source 7: livability.com

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Kankakee, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.