Senior Behavioral Health Nurse Specialist

6 days ago


Harrisburg, South Dakota, United States Avera Behavioral Health Center Full time
A Rewarding Opportunity in Behavioral Health Nursing

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our team at Avera McKennan Hospital, providing high-quality care to patients with mental health conditions. This is a unique opportunity to develop your therapeutic skills and work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

About the Role:
  • As a Registered Nurse on our Senior Unit, you will provide comprehensive nursing care to older adults with various mental health conditions.
  • You will work closely with a dynamic team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, social workers, and patient care techs.
  • This role emphasizes teamwork, critical thinking, and the development of therapeutic skills.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Has a passion for nursing and delivering high-quality patient care.
  • Possesses motivation to help create and deliver high-quality patient care in an energizing team environment.
  • Enjoys working with older adults with all different levels of functioning as well as their families.
  • Is motivated to help patients with conditions such as Dementia, Depression, Catatonia, Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia, and Bipolar Disorder.
About the Benefits:
  • A competitive hourly rate of $32.00 - $46.50 per hour, depending on experience.
  • A sign-on bonus of up to $18,000 with a 3-year commitment.
  • Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps pay off loans and save money.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
About Avera:

Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center has received consecutive ANCC Magnet re-designations for meeting rigorous standards for nursing excellence and job satisfaction. Our organization values teamwork, compassion, and the goal of Moving Health Forward for our patients and staff.

Why Choose Avera?
  • We offer a positive work environment that practices our mission in daily operations.
  • Our employees have opportunities to go beyond licensure and employment requirements and become nationally certified.
  • We value diversity and inclusion, creating a welcoming and supportive workplace culture.


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