Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical Unit in Pierre, SD

Location: Avera St Mary's Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America) Pay Range: $32.50 - $48.50 (Actual pay rate dependent upon experience) Position Highlights Eligible for up to $15,000 sign-on bonus and $2,500 relocation bonus Shift hours: 7:00am-7:00pm, 7:00pm-7:00am; 72 hours/2 weeks You Belong at Avera Join a compassionate multidisciplinary team dedicated to Moving Health Forward. Become part of an environment where your contributions truly matter. A Brief Overview As a Registered Nurse, you will deliver high-quality nursing care that includes developing diagnoses, setting care objectives, and providing holistic support to patients and their families. Your role is vital in ensuring patients and their loved ones understand care plans and are actively involved in their recovery. What You Will Do: • Deliver exceptional patient care by interpreting physician prescriptions and clearly communicating care plans to the healthcare team. • Develop individualized nursing care plans based on thorough patient assessments, including medical history and current health status. • Educate patients and families on managing conditions, understanding medications, and adapting to self-care techniques, fostering empowerment and confidence. • Continuously evaluate patient progress, adapting care plans as necessary to meet health objectives and enhance outcomes. • Ensure a safe and healthy environment for patients by following strict infection control protocols and adhering to legal and organizational standards. • Document all patient care activities thoroughly to ensure clear communication and continuity of care. • Maintain and troubleshoot patient care equipment, ensuring all supplies are ordered and stocked appropriately. • Seek opportunities for professional growth and maintain competence in nursing skills. Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to fulfill the specified hours and perform essential job functions, including effective communication and visual acuity necessary for patient care. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state upon hire. Preferred Experience: • 1-3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting. Expectations and Standards: • Commit to Avera's mission and core values in serving patients and the community. • Embark on daily practices that promote compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. • Exemplify Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE). • Uphold patient confidentiality at all times. • Collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment for optimal workflow and productivity. • Comply with all safety principles, laws, and regulations relevant to nursing practice. Benefits You Need & Then Some: Avera is proud to offer an extensive range of benefits for eligible full-time and part-time employees, supporting balanced and healthy lives. • PTO available from day 1 for eligible hires. • Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement plans. • Career development 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 legally protected categories.