Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Cardiopulmonary & Progressive Care – South Dakota
Start Date: November 3, 2026
Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts, every other weekend and every other holiday required
Highlights:
- Work in a combined 30-bed medical cardiopulmonary unit and 8-bed intermediate/progressive care unit at a Magnet-designated facility
- Gain critical care experience with diverse patient diagnoses including pneumonia, COPD, CHF, pulmonary embolism, and complex cases requiring mechanical ventilation
- Utilize Epic charting system, Alaris pumps, and Omnicell medication management technology
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including case managers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and specialty providers for patient-centered care
- Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:2-3 in progressive care (IMC), 1:4-5 day shifts, 1:5-6 night shifts in medical unit
- 3-day comprehensive orientation program with preceptor support and competency validation
Requirements:
- Active RN license in South Dakota or ability to obtain
- BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA) certifications required
- BSN and specialty certification preferred
- Experience with BiPap, CPap, heated high flow oxygen, oxygen titration, moderate sedation with ACLS protocols
- Proficiency in cardiac drips (Cardizem/Amiodarone), heparin drips, telemetry monitoring
- Medical-surgical patient care skills including chest tubes, blood administration, ABG interpretation, central line management, and post-procedural care
- IMC/progressive care experience preferred for placement in both units; trach/vent management skills highly valued
- Candidates with previous employment at this organization must have an end date 6 months prior to start date
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a premier Magnet-designated facility committed to service, courage, humility, stewardship, and family values. This role offers the opportunity to develop advanced critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills while providing exceptional cardiopulmonary care in a supportive team environment. Work alongside dedicated pulmonary intensivists and hospitalist teams who value collaboration, innovation, and recognition of high-performing nursing professionals. Engage in professional development through unit-specific committees, research opportunities, and advancement toward specialty board certifications.