Registered Nurse (Rn) - Orthopedic Trauma Unit - Dec 2024 And August 2025 New Grads

**DEC 2024 & AUGUST 2025 NEW GRADS ONLY**







Join the RN Nursing team at Avera!





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.

You Belong at Avera:  Competitive pay, free health insurance, and options for: Student Loan Repayment Program, sign-on bonuses, various shifts and career growth opportunities.

**Every 3rd weekend/holiday rotation!!!**

What Makes Orthopedics Special?


Safe Patient Ratios: 1 nursing professional: 4-5 patients


Zero tolerance for workplace violence, this team cares for YOU!!!


NEW ORIENTATION MODEL 

Become immersed in Ortho's "Tiered Skills Acquisition Model" (tSAM) for orientation as a new grad RN! J
Within this evidenced-based model, expect orientation that is set up similar to how you went through nursing school.
Key Takeaways:

Caring for the whole nursing assignment from the start, but focused on specific aspects of nursing care to ensure mastery and comfort in job duties long-term
8-week model; can offer additional orientation if needed
Every 1-2 weeks expect hands-on education time in which you'll go through all materials in the previous tier of learning to understand the WHY behind your job duties!!!




Career Growth: You have the opportunity to go beyond licensure and employment requirements

Educational Simulation
RN Committee Membership
Professional Achievement Program
Leadership Development


New In-Unit Massage Chair for all ortho staff!!!