About Avera:
Join the RN Nursing team at Avera, where we are Magnet Recognized for nursing excellence and job satisfaction. Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center has received consecutive ANCC Magnet re-designations, demonstrating our commitment to superior nursing standards.
Culture:
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, compassion, and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
Why You Belong at Avera:
- Competitive pay
- Free health insurance
- Options for Student Loan Repayment Program
- Sign-on bonuses
- Various shifts and career growth opportunities
Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Pool
Position Highlights:
- Sign-On Bonus: Eligible for a $6000 sign-on bonus!
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and PTO accommodations.
- Safe Patient Ratios: 1 nursing professional: 4-5 patients.
- Zero Tolerance for Workplace Violence: This team cares for YOU!
Orientation Model:
Become immersed in the Float Pools Tiered Skills Acquisition Model (tSAM) for orientation as a new grad RN! This evidence-based model sets up orientation similarly to nursing school, ensuring mastery and comfort in job duties long-term.
Key Takeaways:
- Care for the whole nursing assignment from the start, focusing on specific aspects of nursing care.
- 12-week model; additional orientation if needed.
- Hands-on education time every 1-2 weeks to understand the WHY behind your job duties.
Units:
- Short Stay Unit
- Orthopedic Trauma Unit
- Brain & Spine (Neuro & Neuro ICU)
- Inpatient Rehab
Education and/or Experience:
- Graduate from a CCNE or NLN accredited nursing program is strongly preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing is required.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of South Dakota and/or meeting the requirements of multi-state licensure required.
Work Schedule:
- Registered Nurse - 7a-7:30p, 7p-7:30a varied shifts
- Every 3rd weekend/holiday rotation (Friday-Sunday)
- (3) 12-hour shifts per week
- $3 SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL for hours worked between 7p and 7a, $2 on weekends, and $5 on weekend nights
Pay:
- $32.00 - $46.50 per hour (Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience)
Awards and Affiliations:
- Avera McKennan has been named a 5-star hospital by CMS, a Top-100 Hospital, and Top-15 Healthcare System by IBM Watson.
- Forbes list of America's Best-in-State Employers 2019 No. 1 in South Dakota and in the Top 20 in Minnesota
- Platinum-Level Fit-Friendly Worksite by the American Heart Association
- The Gold Seal of Approval by the Joint Commission
- Avera McKennan has been designated a MAGNET facility 5-times in a row
Why Nursing at Avera?
Avera is special because we embody the mission in our daily operations, ensuring a positive work environment and opportunities for career growth. Join us and be part of a team that moves health forward.
Apply Today to Make a Difference in Nursing at Avera!