Registered Nurse-FT/PT

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$600 hiring bonus external candidates

PTO Frontload up to 24 hours

8 Paid Holidays

401(k) 3% match

Medical plan options: BCBS with HSA/Fs

Dental and Vision plans

Employer paid life insurance

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

Summit Oaks and Arise Youth Center are adolescent residential programs operated by Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota and located in Sioux Falls. The role involves hands-on nursing oversight in a residential setting for youth aged 10–17, with on-site care and collaboration with clinical providers.

Full-time, part-time and PRN opportunities exist; salary is $33.00 per hour. Benefits include premiums, retirement plan, and professional development opportunities to support staff wellbeing and

Qualifications

• Currently licensed in South Dakota as an RN.
• Minimum associate’s degree in nursing; 1 year nursing experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Administer and provide ongoing training, oversight, and monitoring of medications by certified staff.
• Responsible for security of medications.
• Support to physician, psychiatrist, or psychologist in managing ongoing needs of youth.
• Maintain comfort and safety needs of youth residents.
• Take vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of youth.
• Coordinate medication inventories with pharmacy on a scheduled basis.
• May transport youth to medical appointments.
• Schedule medical, dental, eye appointments and follow-ups as needed.

Skills

RN license (SD)

Nursing

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Job description

Join a Mission-Driven Team

Are you interested in joining a team serving youth as they learn, grow, and reach their full potential?

If so, this position might be a great fit for you! #YouareLSS

You Belong at Lutheran Social Services

Our values form the foundation of who we are and how we operate. At LSS, we prioritize a whole-person, family-centered approach to care within a continuum of services.

About Summit Oaks & Arise Youth Center – Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota (Sioux Falls)

Summit Oaks and Arise Youth Center are adolescent residential programs operated by Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota and located within a shared facility in Sioux Falls. Together, the programs serve youth ages 10–17 who are facing emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges.

Both programs provide 24-hour structured care in a supportive, residential environment, with services designed to help youth build skills, manage challenges, and move toward stability and long-term success.

HOURS: Onsite. Full-time; Part-time and PRN opportunities available. On call as needed.

SALARY: $33.00 per hour.

BENEFITS: LSS is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• $600 hiring bonus* external candidates only
• PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) 3% match
• Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, with HSA & FSA options
• Dental and Vision plans
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family
• Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Part-time & PRN Positions:
  • 401(k) 3% match
  • Employee Recognition
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • $300 part-time hiring bonus * external candidates only

*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Make a difference every day by supporting the health and well-being of youth in a residential care setting. This role combines hands-on medical oversight, collaboration with clinical providers, and the opportunity to be a trusted resource for staff and youth alike—all within a clean, organized, and supportive environment.

• Administer and provide on-going training, oversight, and monitoring of medications certified staff.
• Responsible for security of medications.
• Provide support to physician, psychiatrist, or psychologist in managing the ongoing needs of youth.
• Maintain comfort and safety needs of youth residents.
• Take temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of youth.
• Coordinate medication inventories with pharmacy on a scheduled basis.
• May transport youth to medical appointments.
• Schedule all medical, dental, eye appointments and follow-ups as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently licensed in South Dakota as an RN.
• Must hold a minimum of an associate’s degree, and one year experience in nursing.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, IHS, and insurance management system preferred, but not required.
• Requires a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one with approved driver status.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards.
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks for criminal convictions, behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.

LSS Expectations & Core Values

At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:

Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.

*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.