Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Luverne, MN

Location: Avera Medical Group Behavioral Health-Sioux Falls Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: $27.75 - $41.25. Actual pay rate depends upon experience. Why Join Avera? Become part of a compassionate multidisciplinary team dedicated to Moving Health Forward for our patients. Your contributions are valued, and you’ll work in an environment where you truly matter. Position Overview As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse, you will provide high-quality nursing care to patients and their families, coordinating seamlessly with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver comprehensive nursing care, administering medications and treatments in line with established nursing standards. • Prepare equipment and assist providers during various medical procedures and examinations. • Observe and report on patients' conditions and responses to treatments, ensuring timely communication with the healthcare team. • Coordinate patient scheduling, prioritizing emergencies and maintaining an efficient patient flow. • Welcome patients, gather health history, assess vital signs, and document findings accurately in patient records. • Provide clear instructions to patients for sample and test collection. • Respond promptly to patient inquiries, collaborating with physicians as needed. • Educate patients and families on diagnostic procedures, medication management, nutrition, and health maintenance. • Propose effective solutions to patient care challenges and concerns. • Maintain cleanliness and supply levels in exam rooms, preparing a list of needed materials. • Ensure proper labeling of pathology specimens and uphold quality control standards for lab tests. Essential Qualifications: The ideal candidate must be able to work specified hours, with necessary visual acuity and communication skills to perform essential duties effectively. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. Required Education and Certification: • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice upon hire. Commitment to Excellence: • Embrace Avera's mission and core values to serve patients, families, and communities. • Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. • Exhibit professionalism in communication, attitude, responsiveness, and teamwork. • Maintain strict patient confidentiality. • Collaborate effectively within a team environment to promote efficient workflows. • Adhere to regulations and standards set forth by relevant authorities. Benefits: Avera offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible part-time and full-time employees, helping you maintain a balanced, healthy life. • PTO available from day one for eligible hires. • Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement. • Career development through hands-on training and mentorship. Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. Individuals with disabilities seeking accommodation for the application process should reach out via the provided contact methods.