Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) | ENT

Avera Health • Sioux Falls, SD

104d • $22 - $40

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Avera Medical Group Ear Nose Throat-Sioux Falls involves providing professional nursing care under the direction of the provider. The role includes responsibilities such as administering medications, coordinating patient care activities, and maintaining a clean and organized environment for patient examinations. The position is part of a multidisciplinary team focused on delivering compassionate care and improving health outcomes for patients.

Requirements

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice upon hire.
• Ability to perform essential job functions satisfactorily including visual acuity and effective communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of nursing standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Performs general nursing care to patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic.
• Prepares equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider.
• Oversees appointment scheduling and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
• Maintains timely flow of patients.
• Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination.
• Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining the health history, taking vitals, and conducting a nursing assessment.
• Documents obtained information in patient chart.
• Instructs patient in collection of samples and tests.
• Responds to patient phone calls in a timely manner with appropriate input from the physician.
• Educates patients and families about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness.
• Suggests solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.
• Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
• Ensures cleanliness.
• Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
• Assures appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed.
• Performs quality control and maintains records on all lab testing.

Benefits

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Free health insurance options for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Student Loan Repayment Program available.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed