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

the South Dakota State Government•Yankton, SD

1d•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 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.

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 follow oral and written instructions
Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely
Ability to operate a variety of medical equipment
Ability to lift 75 lbs.
Ability to deal effectively with patients and staff
Verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States
Complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9