Registered Nurse | Custer Medical/Surgical

Current Employees:

For present staff members, the recommended application process is through the internal career website accessible by logging in to Workday and clicking on the Career option on the home screen.

Starting Pay Rate Range

$32.60 - $40.75

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

Monument Health knows that nurses are the backbone of our organization. Our nurses are passionate about their work, and they understand the importance of delivering exceptional care. We are seeking RNs who are positive, hardworking, and committed to the nursing profession. Our fast-paced work environment demands excellence in delivering high-quality care, and we believe that our nurses are up to the challenge.

At Monument Health, the role of a Registered Nurse is critical to providing compassionate care to patients. You will experience a work culture that promotes teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, the chance to embark on a meaningful career where you make a difference every day.

The role of a Registered Nurse involves the application of the healing and science of professional nursing to provide compassionate care to patients. You will be responsible for utilizing the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in conjunction with interdisciplinary teams, family members, and support systems.

At Monument Health, we strive to be a united team that prioritizes active listening, inclusivity, and sincere concern for all individuals. We are committed to ethical decision-making. If you share our values, please consider joining us.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends)

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions:

Utilizes the ANA Nursing Process (2010) to perform the following functions:

• Gleans an in-depth and comprehensive understanding of the healthcare user's health status and the situation at hand.
• Determining the diagnosis or issues requires a comprehensive evaluation of the collected assessment data.
• Identifying possible outcomes from a healthcare plan that is designed to meet the specific needs of the consumer.
• Plans a program that recommends approaches and options to accomplish envisioned objectives.
• Carries through the established plan. Monitors the patient's progress to ensure adherence to the plan.
• Streamlined communication in coordinated care enhances patient outcomes.
• Health Teaching and Health Promotion involves providing the necessary tools and resources to individuals to effectively promote health and safety.
• The advanced practice registered nurse and nursing role specialist leverage their expertise to provide consultation services that help shape the existing plan, improve the skills of others, and drive successful outcomes.
• A vital aspect of project management is to evaluate how far the result meets the expected outcome.

Follows the ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2010):

• Enhancing the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice is a systematic approach
• Attains proficiency and ability that corresponds with modern nursing practices
• Measures their nursing practice against the established professional standards and regulations that govern their practice
• Contributes feedback and constructive criticism to colleagues to help develop their abilities and increase overall effectiveness
• Acknowledges professional boundaries while providing compassionate care that promotes patient autonomy and dignity
• The application of ethical standards should be universal in practice
• Research-informed practice is a key aspect of quality improvement in healthcare, with providers who prioritize it consistently outperforming their peers in benchmarks of patient outcomes and satisfaction
• Effective communication, time management, and strong problem-solving skills are essential in planning and delivering nursing services that meet the criteria of safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact on practice
• Provides guidance and direction for the professional practice and the industry
• An environmentally safe and healthy workplace is essential to improve employee productivity and reduce the risk of workplace accidents and illnesses
• The values of Monument Health are centered on providing a safe and respectful environment for all patients and staff, while promoting open communication, honesty, and ethical practices in all their interactions.
• A Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for operating within the legal scope of their profession and delivering care that meets all applicable standards and guidelines.
• Upholds the Standards Enunciated in the Code of Ethics for Nurses (ANA 2010).

Proficiently uses applicable technology and software to:

• As a nursing assistant, I assist and record all patient care activities that are performed by the nursing staff.
• Utilize other work applications that play a key role in being an informed and involved member of the organization such as email, iLearn coursework, employee surveys, benefits, and policy and procedure information.
• Actively pursues opportunities to improve the delivery of patient care by using clever and original problem-solving techniques.
• Carry out any supplementary assignments given.

Additional Requirements

Required:

Education - Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing

Certifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing

Preferred:

Experience - 5+ years of Registered Nurse Experience

Education - Bachelors degree in Nursing

Physical Requirements:

This job involves performing physically challenging work on a regular basis. This involves continuously exerting over 25 pounds of force and frequently lifting more than 50 pounds. Occasionally, the employee will face the need to lift objects exceeding 100 pounds of force. Night shifts or occasional irregular hours may be required, and there is potential exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Job Category

Nursing

Job Family

Acute Nursing

Department

CUH Med/Surg-Nursing

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Shift

Employee Type

Regular

50 Monument Health Custer Hospital

Make a difference. Every day.

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