South Dakota Recruitment Assistance ProgramUp to $70,751
About $70,751 in total for PAs, nurse practitioners, nurse-midwives and nurse anesthetists across three continuous years of full-time service, with the community contributing 25 to 75 percent based on population.
Tax treatment not stated · Service counts toward PSLF · ROLLING, BUT FULL — the state reported zero available slots for PA, CNP, CNM and CRNA as of April 29, 2026. Check for openings before applying. · Verified 2026-07-27
South Dakota State Loan Repayment ProgramAmount varies — see source
A two-year full-time commitment funded from an annual state appropriation of roughly $503,000; the per-provider award is not published as a fixed figure. Worth checking even when RAP is full, since the two are funded separately.
Tax treatment not stated · Service counts toward PSLF · Annual cycle. · Verified 2026-07-24

Federal programs you can also use: NHSC LRP, NHSC Rural Community LRP, NHSC SUD LRP, STAR LRP, NHSC S2S, Nurse Corps LRP, IHS LRP, PSLF.

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Practice authority: AANP. Shortage & loan-repayment data: HRSA / NHSC and the state agencies linked above.

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FQHC Opportunities

12 FQHC positions in South Dakota offer student loan repayment up to $75,000 over 2 years through NHSC.

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About Nurse Practitioner Jobs in South Dakota

South Dakota offers excellent opportunities for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, FQHCs, and private practices. With 12 current openings, South Dakota is actively recruiting qualified NPs to meet the growing healthcare needs of its population.

Many positions in South Dakota offer competitive compensation packages including sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment. FQHC positions are particularly attractive as they qualify for NHSC loan repayment programs that can provide up to $75,000 over 2 years toward student loan debt.

Nurse Practitioner Jobs in South Dakota — FAQ

Can nurse practitioners practice independently in South Dakota?

South Dakota is a full-practice-authority state for nurse practitioners. NPs practice independently after 1,040 hours of collaborative transition practice. Independent prescriptive authority, including Schedule II-V controlled substances.

Do nurse practitioner jobs in South Dakota qualify for student loan repayment?

Nurse practitioners at NHSC-approved FQHCs and community health centers in South Dakota can qualify for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program — up to $75,000 for a full-time, two-year commitment. There are 156 NHSC-approved sites on record in South Dakota.

Does South Dakota have its own loan repayment program for nurse practitioners?

Yes. South Dakota runs 2 state programs nurse practitioners can use: South Dakota Recruitment Assistance Program (up to $70,751), South Dakota State Loan Repayment Program. State awards apply on top of the federal NHSC Loan Repayment Program, and the service also counts toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

How many nurse practitioner jobs are available in South Dakota?

We currently list 12 nurse practitioner positions in South Dakota at community health centers and FQHCs. New roles are added continuously as facilities post them.

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