Clinic Nurse - RN, LPN or CMA

Orthopedic Institute Careers•Tea, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Orthopedic Institute is seeking an RN, LPN, or Certified Medical Assistant to join its outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine team in Tea, South Dakota, in the Sioux Falls metro area. The role provides direct patient care, clinical support, and coordination of services for patients seen in orthopedic and sports medicine clinics. The position works closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, clinical nursing staff, and other team members to support safe, high-quality, patient-centered care and an excellent patient experience.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN nursing program, or current registration as a Certified Medical Assistant in South Dakota.
Current, unencumbered South Dakota RN or LPN license, or eligibility to obtain one before starting.
Current BLS certification, or ability to obtain it within the organization’s timeframe.
Strong interest in musculoskeletal care.
Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively with patients and colleagues, and provide compassionate, professional care.
Comfort with electronic medical records and basic computer applications.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in an orthopedic, surgical, or specialty clinic setting.

Responsibilities

Greet, room, and prepare patients for orthopedic visits, ensuring comfort, privacy, and smooth clinic scheduling.
Obtain and document patient histories, medications, allergies, pain scores, and vital signs in the electronic medical record.
Assist providers with examinations and in-office procedures, including joint injections, wound care, dressing changes, and suture or staple removal, within the employee’s scope of practice and under appropriate supervision.
Administer medications, vaccines, and injections according to provider orders, nursing standards, and clinic policies.
Educate patients about treatment plans, post-visit instructions, medications, durable medical equipment, and follow-up care.
Coordinate care by scheduling follow-up appointments, imaging, therapy, and referrals as directed.
Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment, including exam-room turnover, inventory, and infection-prevention practices.
Accurately document care and follow HIPAA, OSHA, and organizational policies and procedures.