Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | 7th Ave McGreevy

Avera • Sioux Falls, SD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary nurse provides professional nursing care to patients and families in a clinic setting. The role communicates and coordinates with physicians and other healthcare team members to support excellent patient care. The position is listed as 4.5 days per week on the day shift at Avera 7th Avenue Clinic. Pay is listed at $22.50–$41.25, with the actual rate dependent on experience. A $6,000 sign-on bonus may be available. Eligible Registered Nurses may also qualify for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which provides an additional monthly payment of $167 toward loan principal, up to $10,000.

The role requires an active license in the state of practice for the applicable nursing position. The successful candidate must be able to perform the essential job functions, communicate effectively, and work cooperatively in a team environment. Avera expects employees to uphold its mission, vision, values, and CARE standards; maintain confidentiality; and comply with applicable safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards.

Avera offers qualifying part-time and full-time employees benefits intended to support balanced, healthy lives. PTO is available from day one for eligible hires, and retirement contributions may receive up to a 5% employer match. Career development includes hands-on training and mentorship.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice, required upon hire.
• For the LPN role, an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice, if required upon hire.
• Ability to work the hours specified.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, including visual acuity adequate for position duties and the ability to communicate effectively, hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and coordinate workflow.
• Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles; uphold its CARE standards and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing care to patients.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Coordinate patient care activities for the clinic.
• Prepare equipment and assist providers during procedures, treatments, examinations, and patient testing.
• Observe, record, and report patients’ conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments to the provider.
• Oversee appointment scheduling and prioritize patient preferences in emergency situations.
• Maintain timely patient flow; greet patients and prepare them for physical examinations.
• Screen patients by obtaining health histories, taking vital signs, and conducting nursing assessments.
• Document obtained information in patient charts.
• Instruct patients in the collection of samples and tests.
• Respond to patient phone calls in a timely manner, with appropriate input from the physician.
• Educate patients and families about the diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and health and wellness maintenance.
• Suggest solutions to patient-care crises and complaints.
• Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and materials, and ensure cleanliness.
• Prepare lists of needed medical supplies.
• Label pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed.
• Perform quality control and maintain records for lab testing.
• Coordinate workflow with team members and help maintain a productive and efficient environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards.

Benefits

• May be eligible for a $6,000 sign-on bonus.
• Eligible RN position may qualify for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, with an additional $167 monthly payment toward loan principal, up to $10,000.
• PTO available from day one for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development through hands-on training and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed