Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and a commitment to providing excellent patient care in a dynamic environment. This position is focused on patient management and care related to a variety of cardiac and peripheral vascular conditions.

Facility Information

• Level II Trauma Center
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Level II Pediatric Trauma
• Primary Stroke and Chest Pain Center
• Teaching Hospital
• 417 Beds

Patient Types

• Coronary artery disease
• STEMI
• Cardiogenic shock
• Complex total occlusions
• Diagnostic catheter procedures
• Valvular disease
• Renal disease
• Carotid stenosis
• Limb salvage
• Peripheral stenosis
• Thrombosis disease
• Impella insertions
• Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) insertions
• Other related cardiac and peripheral vascular conditions

Required Qualifications

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Education

• Completion of a nursing education program approved by a board of nursing.
• Must meet the requirements for Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in South Dakota.

Required Skills

• Peripheral IV skills
• Critical patient assessment skills
• Vasoactive and sedation drug administration
• Sterile technique
• Air management
• Laser and lithotripsy atherectomy
• Cardiac Catheterization Lab experience
• Experience with the following devices:
• IABP (Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump)
• Impella
• Rotoblator
• Penumbra
• Balloon pump

Support and Resources

• Manager/Supervisor: On-site support available
• Charge Nurse: Available Monday-Friday
• Phlebotomy and IV/VAT Team: Not applicable

Charting System and Equipment

• Electronic Medical Record: Epic (mandatory)
• Epic Cupid: Preferred
• IV Pumps: Baxter
• Medication Dispensing: Omnicell

Scheduling and Expectations

• Weekend Rotation: Every third weekend
• Holiday Expectations: Potentially one holiday per assignment
• Time-Off Requests: Must be approved by the manager

Orientation

The orientation consists of 4 days with 10-hour shifts.

Additional Information

• Surgical scrubs provided
• Free parking available