Intermediate Care RN - $32-48 per hour

Job Description & Requirements BJC HealthCare is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Intermediate Care for a nursing job in East Alton, Illinois. Specialty: Intermediate Care Discipline: RN Duration: Ongoing Employment Type: Staff Additional Information About the Role Ready to take your nursing career to the next level? Join the Intermediate Care Unit at Alton Memorial Hospital, part of BJC HealthCare, where you'll care for a diverse patient population, strengthen your clinical expertise, and be supported by a team that is committed to helping you thrive. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment while building advanced clinical skills. Our 32-bed, stroke-certified Intermediate Care Unit specializes in caring for patients with a strong focus on cardiac care. Nurses gain valuable experience caring for patients with cardiac stents, stable cardiac events, step‑down titrated drips, and select medical overflow cases, all while maintaining a typical 4-5 patient ratio. Whether you're launching your nursing career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a supportive team, meaningful work, and opportunities to grow professionally. Why Nurses Choose Alton Memorial Hospital Weekend Option Days | Two 12‑hour shifts every weekend Schedule: Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Up to a $7,500 Sign‑On Bonus for eligible external candidates Open to ADN, BSN, and MSN candidates Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, PTO accrual beginning on Day 1, and parental leave BJC RN Career Ladder with opportunities for competency‑based advancement while remaining at the bedside Competitive weekend option pay Recognition and well‑being programs including BJC Bravo, Thrive, and Connections Groups At BJC HealthCare, nursing is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. Experience the close‑knit culture of a community hospital while benefiting from the strength, stability, and resources of one of the region’s leading healthcare systems. If you're looking for a team that invests in your growth, values your voice, and empowers you to provide exceptional patient care. Overview 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 under continuous cardiac monitoring with clinical conditions that need closer observation and care. Preferred QualificationsRole Purpose Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration.Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.Develops, implements, and documents individual plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional team and patient, family or caregiver in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Proactively plans and ensures communication of the plan of care across the continuum of care.Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs according to standards of care. Assess patient preferences and barriers to involvement in care, including their values, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and population-specific needs. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Education Nursing Diploma/Associate's - NursingExperience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications RN Preferred Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree - NursingExperience At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer BJC HealthCare Job ID #11854. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Intermediate Care - Day Shift Weekend Option - Part‑Time About BJC HealthCare BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St.Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3billion and more than 30,000 employees, BJC serves patients and their families in urban, suburban and rural communities through its 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long‑term care and hospice. BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits in the state of Missouri. BJC and its hospitals and health service organizations provide $785.9million annually in community benefit. That includes $410.6million in charity care and other financial assistance to patients to ensure medical care regardless of their ability to pay. In addition, BJC provides additional community benefits through commitments to research, emergency preparedness, regional health care safety net services, health literacy, community outreach and community health programs and regional economic development. Benefits Sign-On bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr BJC HealthCare