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Memorial Health

Registered Nurse (RN), Cath Lab

Emden, IL · On-site

$48.37/hr

You can do this by treating each patient as if they are the only one you are caring for that day ... Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others ...

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How much do patient first rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient first rn in Normal, IL is $39.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.03 and $50.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Patient First RNs, and how can they effectively manage them?

Patient First RNs often encounter high patient volumes and fast-paced environments, which can make time management and prioritization challenging. Balancing multiple patient needs while maintaining high standards of care requires strong organizational skills and clear communication with both patients and the healthcare team. Building collaborative relationships with colleagues and utilizing available resources, such as electronic health records and support staff, can help RNs manage their workload efficiently and reduce stress.

What is the difference between Patient First Rn vs Registered Nurse?

AspectPatient First RnRegistered Nurse
CredentialsState RN license, CPR certificationState RN license, CPR certification
Work EnvironmentUrgent care clinics, outpatient facilitiesHospitals, clinics, long-term care
Employer & IndustryPatient First urgent care centersHospitals, healthcare facilities
Job RoleProvide immediate care, triage, basic treatmentsAssess, plan, implement patient care across settings

Both Patient First Rn and Registered Nurse roles require similar credentials and certifications. However, Patient First Rn typically works in urgent care clinics focusing on immediate, outpatient care, while Registered Nurses work in a broader range of healthcare settings including hospitals and long-term care. The roles overlap in providing patient care but differ in scope and work environment.

What are Patient First RNs?

Patient First RNs are registered nurses who work at Patient First, an urgent care and primary care provider with locations across several states. Their primary responsibilities include triaging patients, administering medications, assisting with medical procedures, and providing patient education. Patient First RNs work in a fast-paced environment and are essential in delivering quality care to patients with a variety of urgent and routine health concerns. They collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient, compassionate, and effective care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Patient First RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient First RN, you need a solid background in clinical nursing, patient evaluation, and emergency care, usually supported by a valid RN license and relevant nursing education. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), triage protocols, and medical technology is essential for efficient patient management. Outstanding communication, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are important soft skills for providing excellent patient-centered care. These skills ensure that patients receive safe, timely, and effective treatment in fast-paced clinical environments.
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Registered Nurse (RN), Cath Lab

Registered Nurse (RN), Cath Lab

Memorial Health

Mclean, IL • On-site

$48.37/hr

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This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Memorial Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 171 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

487th of 873 rated healthcare providers

Job description

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USD $30.23/Hr.
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USD $48.37/Hr.
Overview
*** $20,000 Sign on Bonus Available***
This is a Full Time, Day Shift Position
(Three 12-hour shifts, with On-Call)
The Full Time Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN) offers fast paced multidisciplinary teams, performing vascular diagnostic and interventional, coronary diagnostic and interventional, and structural heart procedures. The Cath Lab RN also performs high acuity electrophysiology studies and ablations, and permanent pacemaker/ICD device implants.
Responsible for delegation, supervision, and provision of nursing care for a designated group of patients through utilization of the nursing process. Provides age-appropriate care. Participates in research when appropriate and incorporates research findings into evidence-based clinical practice. Contributes to quality improvement processes. Adheres to MMC Mission, Vision, and Values, the Nursing Division Mission, Vision, and Philosophy, the ANA Code of Ethics and the Illinois Nursing Act. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.
A Registered Nurse at Springfield Memorial Hospital (SMH) means becoming a part of a Magnet hospital that raises the bar for excellence. The SMH environment expects high quality care for patients and RNs who want to advance learning to ensure they can be the best nurse possible. Quality nurses not only understand, but also exhibit, that "care starts with caring." Nursing is about caring for people. Above all else, working at Memorial means we expect you to exceed customer expectations. You can do this by treating each patient as if they are the only one you are caring for that day, being the calm voice for the family, finding the answers when you don't have one, and displaying compassion in all interactions.
Recruiter:
Sandy Dunn, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Dunn.Sandy@mhsil.com
To review Memorial's Benefits click here: Benefits - Memorial HR
Qualifications
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
  • Licensed as RN in State of Illinois required.
  • Current BLS/CPR certification per policy.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Must be able to position and/or transfer an average adult patient and possess gross coordination sufficient to perform other patient care duties as required. Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing.
  • Must be able to perform difficult manipulative skills such as IV insertion and IM injections.
  • Environmental working conditions include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, contagious diseases and/or radioactive or other potentially hazardous materials.

Responsibilities
1. Professional Nursing Care
• Age appropriate assessment.
• Data analysis to identify nursing problems.
• Defines individualized patient outcomes.
• Develops an interdisciplinary, individualized plan of care in partnership with patients and families.
• Implements specified interventions to attain expected outcomes.
• Evaluates the patient's progress toward attainment of outcomes, revising the plan when indicated.
2. Supervision and Delegation
• Delegates patient care tasks to LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel based on job description, individual capability and patient needs.
• Communicates patient status and caregiver performance expectations.
• Appropriately supervises performance of LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Directs performance improvement for LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Builds teamwork when supervising and delegating to others.
3. Communication and Collaboration
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills.
• Uses therapeutic communication techniques.
• Demonstrates assertiveness.
• Communicates relevant patient information to other members of the health team.
• Documents patient care according to Memorial policies and procedures. .
• Ensures appropriate implementation of physician's orders.
• Creates and maintains a collaborative work environment.
• Participates in interdisciplinary planning and decision making.
• Precepts new nursing employees and/or nursing students.
4. Quality and Safety
• Identifies and resolves safety risks.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement.
• Participates in the periodic review and revision of policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Complies with all safety policies.
5. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
• SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
• COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.
6. Professional Accountability
• Demonstrates ethical decision making.
• Advocates for patients and families.
• Appropriately follows the chain of command.
• Adheres to the Memorial Health Behavioral Standards
• Develops annual plan for own professional development
• Participates in community health initiatives
• Participates in community organizations.
• Contributes to nursing research activities and applies findings in clinical practice.
• Participates in nurse peer review process.

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