Registered Nurse (RN) | Med Surg | December 2026 and May 2027 New Grad
Avera
Parkston, South Dakota
Health system employer
$32.5–$48.5/hr
About $68k–$101k/yr a year
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Posted Jul 28, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 29, 2026
What this might mean for you
The posted pay pencils out to roughly $68k–$101k a year, and there's a sign-on bonus on top. The schedule rotates — ask early how far out they post it; that answer tells you a lot.
At a glance: what the posting states
- Shift
- Rotating
- Weekends, holidays, call
- Position at Avera St Benedict Hospital with rotating shifts (days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays).
- Hiring employer
- Avera
Worth asking
- What is the base pay range, and which differentials apply for this shift, unit, weekends, holidays, or call?
- What are the weekends, holidays, call, and rotation requirements?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- What patient load should I expect, how is floating handled, and what staffing support is typical?
The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.
About this role
Skills for this role
Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
- 1-3 years experience working in a clinical environment (preferred)
- Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties
- Ability to communicate effectively with others
Benefits
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
- Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $10,000)
- May be eligible for $10,000 sign-on bonus
About the employer
Avera is a healthcare system operating across multiple locations in South Dakota, including Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls and Avera Aberdeen Family Physicians in Aberdeen. Nurses at Avera function as members of interdisciplinary care teams, responsible for assessments, care…
What reviewers appreciate
- Options for free health insurance
- Sign-on bonus eligibility up to $10,000 for some positions
- Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
What reviewers flag
- Some positions are part-time only (e.g., 48 hours per 2-week pay period)
- Cross-functional duties extend beyond core nursing, including laboratory specimen testing and equipment maintenance
- Pay range may vary significantly by location and position type
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