This Unit has Straight Weekend Contracts
$6,000 Sign-On Bonus
Join the RN Nursing team at Avera!
Magnet Recognized : Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center has received consecutive ANCC Magnet re-designations for meeting rigorous standards for nursing excellence and job satisfaction.
Culture : Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
You Belong at Avera : Competitive pay, free health insurance, and options for : Student Loan Repayment Program, sign-on bonuses, various shifts and career growth opportunities.
Avera is currently seeking Registered Nurses (RN) to deliver the best possible nursing care in Avera’s patient-focused settings.
May be eligible for a $6,000 Sign-On Bonus
Position Highlights :
Student Loan Repayment : This Registered Nurse (RN) position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money.
Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
- Positive Work Environment : Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.
- Career Growth : You have the opportunity to go beyond licensure and employment requirements and become nationally certified.
- 51 bed unit (16 pulmonary acute step down ICU beds)
- Fast-paced unit with 200 total staff
- Opportunities for self-scheduling
- Advancement opportunities as a Resource Nurse, Clinical Nurse Educator and other Leadership roles.
- Opportunity for straight night or weekend contract available
- Safe patient ratios : One nursing professional : 3-4 patients on day shift; 4-5 patients on night shift
Job Summary
The R.N.'s purpose is to provide quality nursing care to our patients and to supervise the staff working with the R.N. to coordinate cares with ancillary staff, and to communicate effectively with the physician to ensure quality patient care.
Education and / or Experience
- Graduate from a CCNE or NLN accredited nursing program is strongly preferred. Graduate from an approved nursing program is acceptable.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of South Dakota and / or meeting the requirements of multi-state licensure required.
Work Schedule
Varied Shifts
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$32.00 - $45.25 per hour
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