Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 36,533 - 55,324; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days vacation leave

14 days sick leave

11 paid holidays

Flexible benefits package

Tuition reduction for in-state colleges

Employee wellness program

Job summary

The South Dakota State Government is hiring Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) at the South Dakota Developmental Center in Redfield, SD. These positions offer competitive hourly wages ranging from $26.52 to $40.16 depending on qualifications and experience.

The ideal candidates should have nursing licenses and experience with individuals with disabilities. Benefits include generous leave, health insurance, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adolescents or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Educational background in psychology, sociology, counseling, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional-level nursing services following established healthcare procedures.
• Evaluate client behaviors and symptoms effectively.
• Direct and monitor care personnel and establish relationships with patients and staff.

Skills

IV therapy

Patient care principles

Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques

CPR and first aid

Education

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in South Dakota

Associate degree, Bachelor's degree, or 3-year diploma in nursing

Job description

Hiring Incentive RN $3,200 and LPN $2,200

Job ID: 36245

Agency: Department of Human Services/SD Developmental Center

Location: Redfield, SD

Salary: $26.52 - $40.16 hourly, depending on qualifications; $2.00 per hour for shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. and $1.00 per hour on weekends.

Closing Date: 6/19/26

About Us

The South Dakota Developmental Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

SDDC strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

Benefits

• 15 days/120 hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
• Flexible Benefits – Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities

Job Summary

This position is with the Department of Human Services- South Dakota Developmental Center. For more information on the Department of Human Services, please visit https://www.dhs.sd.gov/en/south-dakota-developmental-center.

Looking for a meaningful career with the flexibility to choose your schedule? These positions work 36 hours per week- 12-hour shifts. Shifts can vary with rotating weekends and holidays. Shift differential is offered for evening and overnight hours. Sign-on bonus for RN position. Pay is dependent on years of experience, with RN $33.37 - $39.61 per hour and LPN $25.83- $30.70 per hour.

This position provides professional-level nursing services at the South Dakota Developmental Center that require the application of basic nursing principles, practices, and techniques following established healthcare procedures and standards. Employees in this role usually operate in a patient care environment where the focus is on the healthcare of individuals.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must be licensed or be eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse in South Dakota (associate degree, bachelor's degree, or 3-year diploma).
• The nursing level depends on the qualifications and experience of the incumbent.
• All certificates and/or tests required for performance at this level must be obtained and/or completed.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with adolescents or adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities or educational background in psychology, sociology, counseling, or another related field is requested.

Knowledge of

• The principles and techniques of patient care
• Hospital and clinic routine and procedures
• IV therapy
• The care and use of medical equipment and supplies
• Principles of basic human behavior
• Problems experienced by and methods of supervising people with developmental disabilities
• CPR and first aid
• Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques
• Patient's rights
• Document completion and review
• Professional nursing theory and practices
• Recent developments in the field of professional nursing applicable to the area of assignment
• Clinical procedures

Ability to

• Evaluate client behaviors, symptoms, and effects of medications
• Follow directions
• Prepare and maintain records, charts, and reports
• Apply nursing techniques as delegated by physicians or registered nurses
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients and staff
• Direct and monitor direct care personnel
• Follow directions and communicate effectively
• Apply nursing techniques as delegated by physicians
• Establish, direct and maintain effective relationships with patients and staff

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=44Q (online only, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted).

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