Veterans Home RN (PRN)

The Veterans Home RN is a position in a long‑term care setting where you provide professional nursing services to South Dakota Veterans. You apply basic nursing principles, perform clinical procedures, keep accurate records, operate medical equipment, and communicate effectively with patients and staff. The focus is on the healthcare of individuals in the Veterans Home.

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

Background investigation, abuse and neglect screening, and drug screening will be required. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas. All hires must complete identity and employment eligibility verification.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a temporary, non‑benefited position, exempt from civil service. Pay will be: $36.72 per hour plus additional shift, PM, and weekend premiums.

How to Apply

Must apply online at Email resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

Contact – South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone:
Email:

“An Equal Opportunity Employer.”