West River Health Services·Hettinger County, North Dakota
Provide exceptional patient care by maintaining nursing standards and creating patient care plans. Conduct administrative duties including attending medical conferences and assessing patient care plans for quality improvement.
West River Health Services is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our MDS, ER and/or OB team. This person is responsible for assisting physicians while providing treatment to patients with a variety of medical conditions. He/she will administer medication, monitor and record patient progress, and educate families and the patient as needed.
Utilizing the nursing process, the RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the delivery of patient care. The RN is responsible for: meeting the established Standards of Nursing Care, Managing assigned personnel, and promoting collaboration among the disciplines
Treats patients with respect and dignity. Providing privacy in all cares.
Understands and follows physician orders. Has good technical skills and incorporates these into the plan of care.
Nursing
Process: Proper documentation, MAR, Develop and Revise care plans with measurable goals, Kardex, Patient and Family Education, Discharge Summary and PIE charting.
Understands staffing mix and appropriately makes assignments.
Safely administers all medications, IV fluids and blood as ordered by physician. Demonstrates knowledge of purpose, med dosage, calculation of dosage, expecting outcomes and adverse reactions.
Effective communication skills: Supervision of LPN’s and NA – appropriately informs nursing staff and physicians pertinent changes in patient condition. Clear and concise report. Follow chain of command.
Critical thinking skills: Recognize significant change in patient condition and takes appropriate action, including notification of appropriate personnel and families.
Good time management skills: Ability to prioritize and multitask. Completes assignments timely and accurately and makes hourly rounds. Flexible to both patient and department needs without interference to patient care.
Equipment
Maintenance: Maintains equipment and reports equipment failures to Maintenance/Biomed and CNO if appropriate.
Provide clear education to patient and family.
Education: Completes accredited RN program (ADN, Diploma, BSN).
$32.80 - $40.45
Market context
Nursing roles in North Dakota are typically shaped by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, with employers often screening first for an accredited nursing degree and an unencumbered RN license. These positions can be competitive because preferred BSN preparation, structured residency programs, and strong onboarding are common differentiators, alongside benefits such as sign-on bonuses and technology investment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the employer’s preferred education and training fit.
