Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical Assistant (MA) | | Pulmonary Clinic

Avera Pulmonology Aberdeen – regular, day-shift position.

Pay Range

• RN: $27.25 – $40.75 per hour; may be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus
• LPN: $22.00 – $31.00 per hour; may be eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus
• MA: $19.50 – $27.50 per hour; may be eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus

Benefits

• Student Loan Repayment (LPN): Avera contributes $167 per month (up to $10,000) directly toward your loan principal
• Paid time off available from day one for eligible hires
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development with hands-on training and mentorship

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients and families
• Communicate with physicians and other healthcare team members to ensure excellent patient care
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards
• Coordinate patient care activities for the clinic
• Prepare equipment and assist provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing
• Observe, record, and report patient’s condition and reactions to drugs and treatments
• Oversee appointment scheduling, ensuring timely flow and preferences for emergency situations
• Greet patients, prepare them for physical examinations, and screen for appropriate information (health history, vitals, nursing assessment)
• Document obtained information in patient charts
• Instruct patients in collection of samples and tests
• Respond to patient phone calls in a timely manner with physician input
• Educate patients and families about diagnostic processes, medications, nutrition, and wellness
• Suggest solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints
• Maintain exam rooms with necessary supplies and ensure cleanliness
• Prepare lists of medical supplies needed
• Ensure proper labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol
• Perform quality control and maintain records on all lab testing

Requirements

• Active license in the state of practice (RN, LPN, or MA)
• Visual acuity and communication skills adequate to perform position duties
• Ability to work specified hours
• Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles
• Adherence to Avera’s CARE standards (Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, Engagement)
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with safety principles, laws, and regulations (CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, OSHA)

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN)

• Registered Nurse (RN) license from the Board of Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from the Board of Nursing

Medical Assistant (MA)

One of the following is required:

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Healthcareer Association (NHA) with MA diploma
• CCMA (NHA) with one year of experience
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)