New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunities in Parkston, SD

Location: Avera Queen of Peace Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $31.00 - $48.50 Position Highlights All new graduates are encouraged to apply! Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 available! Your Journey Begins at Avera! Turn your education into a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference. At Avera, we are looking for passionate and dedicated new graduates who are eager to grow, care for others, and start a fulfilling career with a supportive team that values individual perspectives and celebrates compassion. Areas for New Graduate RNs: Registered Nurse (RN-III) $32.00-48.00 • Operating Room (Surgery and PACU) • Emergency Department Student Loan Repayment: Eligible positions may qualify for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, assisting you with monthly payments of $167 (up to $10,000) to reduce your student loans. Why Avera? Join a multidisciplinary team that is built on compassion, continually focused on Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Become part of a workplace where you are valued and can truly make a difference. Overview As a Registered Nurse, you will provide comprehensive nursing care by developing nursing diagnoses, establishing care objectives, implementing evidence-based interventions, and offering holistic support—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—to our patients, their families, and friends. Your Responsibilities Include: • Delivering patient care by reviewing physician prescriptions and collaborating with the healthcare team to develop and communicate a solid nursing care plan. • Creating nursing care plans through patient assessments, history gathering, and detailed documentation of patient conditions. • Educating patients and their families about healthcare requirements, medications, and self-care practices. • Evaluating and modifying care plans as necessary based on patient needs and health progress. • Ensuring a safe, healthy, and secure patient care environment by adhering to policies and regulatory standards. • Documenting care services in relevant records accurately. • Maintaining patient care equipment and managing supplies effectively. • Continuing professional growth by maintaining competencies and responding to ongoing training opportunities. Essential Qualifications To succeed as a Registered Nurse at Avera, you should be able to work the specified hours and fulfill the essential job functions competently. Effective communication skills and a clear understanding of healthcare practices are paramount. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Required Education and Licensure: • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license from the state of practice upon hire. Preferred Qualifications: • 1-3 years of experience in a clinical setting. Expectations: • Dedication to integrating Avera’s mission, vision, and core values into your daily practice. • Promoting compassion, hospitality, and stewardship within the team. • Upholding standards of communication and engagement with positivity and sincerity. • Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions. • Collaborating effectively within a team environment to enhance productivity. • Complying with safety, regulatory standards, and relevant laws. Benefits You Will Enjoy • PTO available from day one for eligible hires. • Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement. • Career development opportunities through hands-on training and mentorship. Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other protected categories.