RN | Medical/Surgical

Registered NurseThe right team of nurses is capable of transforming health care. Monument Health nurses are professional and passionate, and we support one another. Whether you are newly graduated or have years of experience as a RN, we are looking for positive, hardworking, and considerate Registered Nurses who thrive in a fast-paced work environment providing high quality care. As a Registered Nurse at Monument Health, you will be valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care. You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and— most importantly— a life-changing career. You will make a difference. Every day.Our Registered Nurses facilitate relationship-centered, compassionate, quality care to patients through competent clinical practice and the application of the healing and science of professional nursing. You will be an active contributor in the prevention or resolution of illness, disability or injury, alleviation of suffering, and advocacy in the care of individuals in conjunction with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare providers, family members, and support systems. You will exercise independent judgement in utilizing the nursing process to assess, diagnose, identify outcomes, plan, implement, and evaluate direct patient care in accordance with ANA Standards of Professional Nursing Practice, institutional policies and procedures, applicable laws, and regulations.Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:Supportive work cultureMedical, Vision and Dental CoverageRetirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending AccountInstant pay is available for qualifying positionsPaid Time Off Accrual BankOpportunities for growth and advancementTuition assistance/reimbursementExcellent pay differentials on qualifying positionsFlexible schedulingEssential Functions:Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the Healthcare consumer's health and/or the situation.Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or the issues.Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the Healthcare consumer of the situation.Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes.Implements the identified plan. Ensures patient progression along plan.Coordination of Care – coordinates care delivery.Health Teaching and Health Promotion – employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment.Consultation – the advanced practice registered nurse and the nursing role specialist provide consultation to influence the identified plan, enhance the abilities of others and effect change.Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.Follows the ANA Standards of Professional Performance:Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practiceAttains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practiceEvaluates one's own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulationsInteracts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleaguesCollaborates with patient, family and others in the conduct of nursing practiceIntegrates ethical provisions in all areas of practiceIntegrates research findings into practiceConsiders factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing servicesProvides leadership in the professional practice setting and the professionPractices in an environmentally safe and healthy mannerSupports purpose, vision, and values of Monument Health.Practices within the legal scope of a Registered Professional Nurse as outlined by the state in which employment occurs and delivers competent care consistent with standards / policies, laws, regulators/accreditation/certifying organizations.Abides by the Provisions of the Code of Ethics for Nurses (ANA 2010).Proficiently uses applicable technology and software to:Support and document nursing activities and patient care.Access other work-related applications necessary to be an engaged and active associate of the organization, such as company email, iLearn modules, employee engagement surveys, benefits and compensation information, and policies and procedures.Continuously seeks out opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative problem solving.All other duties as assigned.Additional Requirements:Required:Education - Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursingCertifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) - Within 60 days of hire or transfer; Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of NursingPreferred:Experience - 5+ years of Registered Nurse ExperienceEducation - Bachelors degree in NursingScheduling Requirements: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department. Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work - exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.Job Category: NursingJob Family: Acute NursingShift: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the departmentEmployee Type: Regular