Veterans Home RN

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 45,970 - 53,919; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee health insurance

Generous vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

A state government agency in Hot Springs is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Veterans Home. As a vital team member, you will provide quality care to veterans, maintain healthcare standards, and ensure effective communication with patients and staff. Candidates should hold a valid nursing license and have a commitment to patient care and record-keeping. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and able to work as a registered nurse in South Dakota.
• New graduates welcome; on-the-job training available.
• All required certificates for performance must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing services in a long-term care setting.
• Maintain patient care standards and healthcare procedures.
• Keep accurate records and report observations.

Skills

Professional Nursing Theory and practices

Recent developments in nursing

Clinical procedures

Record keeping

Effective communication

Attitude towards patients

Education

Registered Nurse License

Associate degree, bachelor degree, or 3-year diploma

Job description

PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

Job ID: 32537

Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs - Michael J Fitzmaurice Veterans Home

Location: Hot Springs

Salary: $33.37- $39.14 per hour, depending on experience plus $1.00 per hour shift pay for pm shift / plus $1.50 per hour weekend pay.

Pay Grade: N1 - N2

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a full‑time position with the Department of Veterans Affairs Michael J Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, please visit https://vetaffairs.sd.gov/.

Every day is Veterans Day at the Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Homes. We serve South Dakota Veterans and their families through quality health care in an environment and community of trust, dignity and sharing in our beautiful facility located in lovely Hot Springs, South Dakota.

At the Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Homes, we not only consider it our duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our nation's call, we believe it is an honor. As a long‑term care facility, our beautiful home offers 70 private nursing care units and 23 units for independent living. You will enjoy caring for America's Heroes while maintaining your own work‑life balance.

The Veterans Home RN is an important and valuable member to the South Dakota Veterans Home by ’taking care of America’s Heroes’ by providing professional nursing services that require the application of basic nursing principles, practices, and techniques that follow established healthcare procedures and standards. Successful candidates work in a long‑term care setting at the South Dakota State Veterans Home and operate in a patient care environment where the focus is on the healthcare of individuals. Pay rate and classification level will be determined by combination of education and experience. Responsibilities in the higher classification will be similar; however, complexity and oversight may change.

Potential of reduced tuition for continuing education and some flexibility of shift may be available. On‑site, low‑cost housing may be available. The cost is dependent on square footage.

Licenses and Certifications

Must be licensed and able to work as a registered nurse in South Dakota.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Registered Nurse License and associate degree, bachelor degree, or 3‑year diploma. New graduates welcome. On‑the‑job training is available. All certificates and/or tests required for performance at this level must be obtained and/or completed.

Knowledge of

• Professional Nursing Theory and practices;
• recent development in the field of professional nursing applicable to the area of assignment;
• clinical procedures.

Ability to

• keep records;
• follow instructions;
• operate a variety of medical equipment;
• make reports on observations;
• apply general nursing techniques and practices;
• maintain a helpful and sympathetic attitude toward patients;
• communicate effectively;
• deal effectively with patients and staff.

Additional Requirements

To be considered, please attach your resume.

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=2OE. You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

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“An Equal Opportunity Employer”