Nursing Careers

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Welcome to an environment where your passion for nursing can thrive, your skills can grow, and your career can reach new heights

At Shepherd Center, we are committed to providing the best care possible for our patients and to building a supportive, enriching, and rewarding workplace for our nursing staff.

We offer a variety of nursing careers that are both fulfilling and impactful. Whether you’re a new nursing graduate just starting or have years of experience, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to grow and succeed in our supportive and innovative environment.

We work as a team, and I love it. You have more time to get to know the patients and spend time with them. It’s a breath of fresh air.

Shannon Yates, PCT, Patient Care Technician

Career development opportunities

Our nurse career development ladder is designed to recognize bedside nurses’ expanded role and foster their professional growth. Whether you’re a new nursing grad or looking to advance your career, Shepherd Center offers opportunities to expand your skills and make meaningful progress.

Education and tuition reimbursement

With our Nurse Scholars Program, we value learning and growth from the start. After one year of employment, our team members are eligible for educational reimbursement to support continuing education and career advancement. We’re committed to investing in your future.

Optimal nurse-to-patient ratios

We know that safe staffing levels are crucial to delivering quality care. Our nurse-to-patient ratios are designed to ensure safe, individualized care for our patients while enabling you to provide the best possible care and achieve your professional best.

Complex, rewarding patient care

We specialize in the treatment of complex conditions like spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. You will provide individualized recovery plans and compassionate care to help patients regain hope, independence, and dignity—creating deep connections that make every shift meaningful.

Nursing shared governance model

At Shepherd Center, our shared governance model provides a unique platform where nurses actively contribute to decisions about policies, practices, and improvements. Whether you are an experienced nurse or a new nurse grad, your voice matters, and we work together to ensure the success of every nurse on our team.

An inspiring culture and work environment

Founded by a family who envisioned a compassionate center of care, Shepherd Center remains a non-profit at its core, driven by a passion for patient and staff well-being. Many of our nursing staff have been with us for decades, and our culture is a key reason why. We’re also growing — which means more opportunities for you to join our vibrant team.

Explore opportunities with us

Join us in providing exceptional care to our inpatients and outpatients in a growing, supportive, and dynamic environment. Shepherd Center is a great place to work for nurses who are passionate about building relationships, expanding their skills, and making a real difference every day.

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Registered nurse (RN)

As an RN at Shepherd Center, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering direct patient care. RNs are responsible for assessing patient needs, creating and executing care plans, administering medications, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. Our RNs focus on patient-centered care, working closely with patients and their families to ensure optimal outcomes.

Patient care technicians (PCT)

As a PCT, at Shepherd Center, you’ll assist patients with daily patient activities. PCTs are vital in maintaining patient comfort and safety, and they work in collaboration with the nursing staff to observe and report any changes in patient conditions. This entry-level position is an excellent starting point for those interested in a nursing career.

I graduated in 2009 and I’ve been here ever since. Awesome team, awesome staff, you get recognized for your good efforts, your good work.

De-Anne Mohammed, RN, BSN, CRRN, Registered Nurse

A man with a beard stands on a rooftop walkway, leaning on a glass railing. He is wearing a blue suit jacket over a white shirt, with gray pants. A background of modern buildings and a cloudy sky is visible. — Jamie Shepherd, President & CEO

A Message from Our CEO

As the President and CEO of Shepherd Center, I am proud of the exceptional environment we have built for our nursing teams. Our commitment to excellence is evident in the trust our patients place in us, the accolades we receive, and the supportive culture we nurture every day. Shepherd Center offers a unique opportunity to grow your career while making a profound impact on the lives of others.

I invite you to join our team. Be part of a community that is transforming lives and providing a fulfilling nursing career unlike any other.

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