BJC HealthCare·Alton, Illinois
Provide direct patient care including assessment, diagnosis, and implementation of care plans within a telemetry unit. Educate patients and families on illness management and collaborate with interprofessional teams to ensure safety and quality care.
Join the Intermedicate Care Unit at Alton Memorial Hospital, part of BJC HealthCare, where nurses are supported, recognized, and empowered to provide exceptional care. This role is open to both new graduate and experienced Registered Nurses and offers a stable day‑shift schedule, strong benefits, and opportunities to grow and advance at the bedside in a collaborative, community‑based setting. Role Highlights Open to ADN, BSN, and MSN candidates Day shift schedule: (3) 12‑hour shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Up to a $15,000 sign‑on bonus for eligible external candidates Shift differentials for nights, weekends, and holidays BSN differential Comprehensive benefits, including PTO accrual starting Day 1 and parental leave BJC RN Career Ladder supporting competency‑based advancement and professional growth while remaining at the bedside A culture of connection and recognition through BJC Connections Groups, BJC Bravo peer recognition, and the Thrive well‑being program Apply today to take the next step in your nursing career at BJC HealthCare.
Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area.
Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital.
Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more.
The telemetry unit is a 32 bed unit, with all private rooms.
Patients are under continuous cardiac monitoring with clinical conditions that need closer observation and care.
Role Purpose Provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care.
Benefits: and Legal Statement
Requires a Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree and a valid RN license, with no prior experience required. A Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred for candidates with less than two years of experience.
Market context
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