Veterans Home RN (PRN)

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

The South Dakota Veterans Home is seeking a licensed RN to provide professional nursing services in a long-term care setting. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care in a respectful environment for veterans.

Applicants must hold an RN license valid in South Dakota. New graduates are welcome and on‑the‑job training is available; background checks and screenings apply. This is a temporary, non‑benefited position aligned with civil service rules.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in South Dakota.
• Education path includes an associate, bachelor, or 3-year diploma in nursing.
• New graduates are welcome; on-the-job training is available.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing services in a long-term care setting.
• Maintain medical records and document observations accurately.
• Operate a variety of medical equipment as required.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff to ensure quality care.
• Adhere to established healthcare procedures and standards.

Skills

Licensed RN

Record keeping

Communication

Patient care

Equipment operation

Education

RN with an associate degree, bachelor degree, or 3-year diploma

Job description

The Veterans Home RN is an essential member of the South Dakota Veterans Home, providing professional nursing services in a long‑term care setting. The role requires the application of basic nursing principles, practices, and techniques that align with established healthcare procedures and standards. Successful candidates will work in a patient‑care environment focused on the well‑being of individual veterans. Pay and classification are determined by a combination of education and experience.

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

Knowledge of

• Professional nursing theory and practices
• Recent developments 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

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.

This is a temporary, non‑benefited position, exempt from civil service.

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 use E‑Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.