Nursing Graduate - May 2026

New Graduate Nurse (GN) Program - Deaconess Illinois Hospitals Start your nursing career with confidence, support, and a team that invests in YOU.Position Purpose:Our Graduate Nurse Program is designed to help new nursing graduates seamlessly transition into their professional RN role. As a Graduate Nurse (GN), you'll gain hands-on experience before receiving your RN license, working under the direct supervision of a dedicated RN preceptor. This structured, supportive environment gives you the opportunity to build confidence, strengthen your clinical skills, and care for complex patients within a highly collaborative team.Once you obtain your full Illinois RN license (required within 60 days), you will step directly into a full-time RN role within the Deaconess Illinois Hospital system.What You'll Experience:One-on-one guidance and mentorship from an experienced RN preceptorA unit-based learning environment focused on growth and skill developmentExposure to complex patient care while building a strong clinical foundationA smooth transition into a full-time RN position after licensureQualificationsEducation & Experience:Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursingApplied for and/or awaiting results of the first NCLEX examNCLEX Requirements:If unsuccessful on the first attempt, you may remain in orientation but must retake within 60 daysIf unsuccessful on the second attempt, you will be removed from the GN roleGN status may not exceed four monthsLicensure & Certifications:Eligible for Illinois RN licensureCurrent AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at hireCompensationStarting at $28/hour as a Graduate NurseAutomatically transitions to RN pay scale upon passing NCLEX & license postingIncentivesEligible for evening, night, and weekend shift incentivesDetails provided during the interviewBonusOpportunity for a performance-based bonusFull criteria and metrics shared during interview or upon hireBenefits That Support Your FutureAt Deaconess, we're committed to helping you grow-professionally and personally.We offer:Flexible scheduling: Full-time, part-time, supplemental | Day, Evening, Night shiftsTuition reimbursementStudent Loan Repayment ProgramPayactiv earned-wage access (get paid as soon as tomorrow!)Opportunities for career advancementRobust health and retirement plansExplore Our Full Benefits Guide: https://www.deaconess.com/dil-benefit-guideEqual Opportunity Employer