Registered Nurse (RN) (Part Time or Full Time)

the South Dakota State Government•Yankton, SD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Registered Nurses provide health care for psychiatric and chemically dependent individuals by assessing needs and implementing appropriate nursing interventions of patients, determining if a physician's attention is necessary and following orders given by a physician to ensure patients' health care needs are met. This position is available for Full-Time or Part-Time employment with the Department of Social Services at the South Dakota Human Services Center.

Requirements

Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of South Dakota.
Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practices.
Knowledge of recent developments in the field of professional nursing applicable to the area of assignment.
Knowledge of clinical procedures.
Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely.
Ability to operate a variety of medical equipment.
Ability to apply general nursing techniques and practices.
Ability to maintain a helpful and sympathetic attitude toward patients.
Ability to lift 75 lbs.
Ability to deal effectively with patients and staff.
Must apply online.
Must undergo a background investigation.
Must undergo an abuse and neglect screening.
Must complete a drug screening.
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.
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.