Observation RN: Fast-Paced Care & Discharge Specialist

Carle Health; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 81,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Staff Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient care within a designated unit, applying the nursing process, documenting care, and collaborating with the health care team to deliver safe, high‑quality treatment.

The role requires an active RN license, BLS certification, and a nursing diploma, with duties including initial assessments, care planning, medication administration, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (IL) or eligible and BLS current.
• Nursing diploma from an accredited program required.
• Experience in hospital/acute care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial patient assessments and develop care plans.
• Document nursing care and ensure chart accuracy.
• Administer medications following the Five Rights.
• Maintain patient safety and respond quickly to call lights.
• Communicate with the care team to coordinate patient care.

Skills

Nursing care

Documentation

Patient safety

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

RN license (IL)

BLS Certification

College Diploma: Nursing

Tools

EMR / Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Staff Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient care within a designated unit, applying the nursing process, documenting care, and collaborating with the health care team to deliver safe, high‑quality treatment.

The role requires an active RN license, BLS certification, and a nursing diploma, with duties including initial assessments, care planning, medication administration, and patient education.