RN Jobs in South Dakota

Registered Nurses (RN) play a pivotal role in the nursing industry, providing critical care and support to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. These professionals are responsible for assessing patient conditions, recording medical histories, administering treatments, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients on their illnesses or injuries. RNs are also essential in implementing and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with healthcare teams, and advocating for patient rights. They may specialize in various areas such as critical care, pediatrics, or geriatrics.

Before becoming a RN, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or a Medical Assistant (MA). These positions provide valuable experience and insight into the nursing profession. To become a RN, individuals must earn a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in nursing. They must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed. Additional certifications and skills RNs should have include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Critical thinking, communication, empathy, and attention to detail are also vital skills for this role.

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RN - Registered Nurse - Chamberlain Medical Center - Full Time

  • Sanford Health
  • White Lake, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • White Lake, SD
  • 2 days ago

$$ Job Summary Were looking for positive, compassionate, hardworking registered nurses (RN) who can provide the high-quality care patients and families have come to expect from us....

In Person Full Time

RN - Chamberlain Medical Center - Surgery - Full Time

  • Sanford Health
  • Oacoma, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Oacoma, SD
  • 2 days ago

Whether youre a newly graduated registered nurse or have years of experience as an RN, we want someone willing to work closely with our nursing leaders to advance the organization....

In Person Full Time

RN - Registered Nurse - Outpatient Dialysis

  • Sanford Health
  • Mitchell, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Mitchell, SD
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide individualized nursing care...

In Person Full Time

RN - Webster Medical Center - Full Time

  • Sanford Health
  • Webster, SD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Webster, SD
  • 60+ days ago

Whether youre a newly graduated registered nurse or have years of experience as an RN, we want someone willing to work closely with our nursing leaders to advance the organization....

In Person Full Time

RN / Registered Nurse - FT Nights

  • Good Samaritan
  • Tyndall, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Tyndall, SD
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide individualized nursing care...

In Person Full Time

RN - Full Time Days - Luther Manor

  • Good Samaritan
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 17 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 17 days ago

Department Details Join our team as a Full Time Days RN - Registered Nurse! - $34+ per hour depending on experience - $10,000 sign on bonus!...

In Person Full Time

RN / Registered Nurse / FT Straight Nights

  • Good Samaritan
  • Arlington, SD
  • 29 days ago
  • Arlington, SD
  • 29 days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide individualized nursing care...

In Person Full Time

RN, Minimum Data Set (MDS) - FT

  • Good Samaritan
  • Nunda, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nunda, SD
  • 30+ days ago

When functioning on the floor, the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide individualized...

In Person Full Time

RN / Registered Nurse - FT Days

  • Good Samaritan
  • Tyndall, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Tyndall, SD
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide individualized nursing care...

In Person Full Time

ICU RN (Registered Nurse) in Sioux City, IA - Contract

  • Capstone Healthcare Staffing
  • Jefferson, SD
  • 13 days ago
  • Jefferson, SD
  • 13 days ago

Registered Nurse - ICU Sioux City, IA Specialty: ICU Position Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Pay: $1949 - $2348 | Shift: 3x12 Nights Are you an experienced ICU nurse looking for your next travel...

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RN / Registered Nurse - PT

  • Good Samaritan
  • Volga, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Volga, SD
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide individualized nursing care...

In Person Part Time

Travel PCU Stepdown RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 7 days ago

Nurse provides care to patients who are transitioning from intensive care to medical-surgical or general inpatient units....

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RN Procedures - Cardiac Device

  • Sanford Health
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state....

In Person Full Time

RN Clinical Care Leader - 26th & Sycamore Clinic - FT Days

  • Sanford Health
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 27 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 27 days ago

Nurse in the Clinical Care Leader (CCL) role facilitates health care services for patients in cooperation with the health care team....

In Person Full Time

Travel Long Term Care RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Woonsocket, SD
  • 14 days ago
  • Woonsocket, SD
  • 14 days ago

Qualifications: ACLS Certification Other certifications may be required depending on facility requirements Summary: A Registered Nurse (RN) in a long-term care (LTC) facility provides skilled nursing...

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Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for RN Jobs in South Dakota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for RN positions.



Highest Education Level

RNs in South Dakota offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Associate's Degree
24.1%
Master's Degree
16.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
High School or GED
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by RNs in South Dakota
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%


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