Long Term Care RN

PorchLight Services; Philip (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Philip, South Dakota is seeking a dedicated LTC nurse responsible for advocating for patients and achieving positive outcomes. The role involves managing quality care, administering treatments, and supervising nursing assistants. The ideal candidate holds a valid RN license in South Dakota, preferably a BSN, and has experience with computerized health systems, including Point Click Care. A flexible work schedule is available, promoting a positive environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with valid SD license, BSN is preferred.
• Effective communication with staff and providers is essential.
• Experience with computerized health systems is required.
• Experience with health IT systems (PCC) is desirable

Responsibilities

• Pass medications and provide medical treatments.
• Manage pain relief and sedation for patients.
• Supervise nursing assistants and ensure compliance.
• Record vital signs and medical information accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times.
• Communicate changes in patient status to the care team.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-directed

Experience with computerized health information systems

Record-keeping

Education

Registered nurse with current license in South Dakota

BSN preferred

Current BLS certification

Tools

Point Click Care (PCC)

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Philip, United States | Posted on 01/20/2026

Responsible for achieving positive patient outcomes and managing quality of care across the continuum of care. The LTC nurse will primarily serve as an advocate for our patients.

Work Schedule

6am - 6 pm or flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications and provide medical treatments by the president’s plan of care.
• Manage patients' pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, monitoring patients' responses, and changing care plans accordingly.
• Direct or supervises nursing assistants to ensure compliance with plan of care.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Accurate chart care provided and supported other staff in doing the same.
• Communicate changes in resident(s) level of care to the MDS Coordinator or DON.
• Discuss illnesses and treatments with patients and family members.
• Finds opportunities for improvement in processes and aids in the achievement of process improvement.
• Attends team and committee meetings as assigned.
• Respects the rights and property and privacy of others.
• Maintains confidentiality of system and hospital business and affairs and its patient’s, employees, and medical staff’s records and information always.
• Presents a positive image through professional mannerisms, dress, conduct and attitude.
• Ongoing monitoring of high-risk patients with select conditions (congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, etc.)
• Manages multiple projects, adjusting priorities as necessary to focus on high-risk, quality or safety issues.
• Multidisciplinary case conferences.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:

• A registered nurse with a current license in South Dakota is needed, BSN is preferred.
• Self-directed.
• Current BLS certification.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with providers and all levels of Philip Health Services, Inc. staff.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with computerized health information systems is needed. Knowledge of Point Click Care (PCC) is strongly preferred. Must be familiar with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.