State of South Dakota
Hiring nurses in Mitchell, SD
- Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 on 2 roles
- Hiring nights and days
From 5 postings · Employer research Jul 15, 2026
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The short version
The State of South Dakota, through its Department of Health's Office of Public Health Nursing Services (OPHNS), employs Registered Nurses to deliver population-based public health nursing services.
Employer research, Jul 15, 2026
Who it fits
Best fit
- Government administration nurses: all 5 roles
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The hard parts
Statewide travel required, which may involve significant time on the road
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Must be prepared to respond to public health emergencies
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Broad geographic service area may present logistical challenges
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What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
- Where would I work, and on which unit or team?
Common questions
Is there a sign-on bonus?
Yes, on 2 of 5 roles, up to $10,000.
Which shifts are open?
Of the 4 roles with a stated shift, 2 are night shifts, 1 is a day shift and 1 is a rotating shift.
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to State of South Dakota, and we tell you what happens next.
Roles from State of South Dakota
Registered Nurse (DAY SHIFT ONLY) (SDSP)
$33–$39/hr
- Sign-on bonus
- NP
- Day shift
- Compact license OK
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