Registered Nurse (RN) - Evidenced Based Research

Magnet Recognized:  Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center has received consecutive ANCC Magnet re-designations for meeting rigorous standards for nursing excellence and job satisfaction.

Culture:  Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

Avera is currently seeking Registered Nurses (RN) – Evidence Based Research looking to deliver the best possible nursing care in Avera’s patient-focused settings.

Position Highlights:

• Student Loan Repayment: This Registered Nurse (RN) position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
• Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.
• Career Growth: You have the opportunity to go beyond licensure and employment requirements and become nationally certified.

Job Summary

Responsible for identifying, planning and implementing evidence-based practice (EBP) nursing and quality improvement (QI) projects. Works with the nurse researcher and nursing leaders to support research priorities, goals, and objectives. Supports, guides, and mentors nurses at all levels in EBP projects and nursing QI projects from identification, design, implementation through dissemination.

Education and/or Experience

• Graduate of a CCNE or NLN accredited nursing program is required.
• BSN and master’s degree in nursing or health-care related field required.
• DNP or DNP candidate preferred.
• At least three years clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting required.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of South Dakota and/or meeting the requirements of Multi-state licensure required. 
• Certification in specialty nursing practice preferred.
• Membership in a professional health-care related organization preferred.

Work Schedule

• Hours: Varied Shifts

Pay

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

• $32.50 - $48.75 per hour

What Makes Avera Special?