Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical Assistant (MA) | Internal Medicine

Position Highlights

• Sign-On Bonus Available!
  • Registered Nurse: Eligible for up to $10,000 sign‑on
  • LPN / Medical Assistant: Eligible for up to $5,000 sign‑on
• Student Loan Repayment (LPN): LPNs may qualify for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program. Avera contributes $167 per month (up to $10,000) directly toward your loan principal to help you pay down debt faster.
• Positive Work Environment: Join a team that lives the mission through excellent care and supportive teamwork.
• Career Growth: We believe great employees are our best investment—grow your career while being part of the Avera team!

Work Schedule

Day Shift: Monday–Friday, 72 hours per two weeks (Full-Time)

LPN Position Details

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides professional nursing care under the direction and supervision of the provider, delivering safe and effective patient care.

Required Licensure

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Active license with the applicable Board of Nursing required upon hire

Medical Assistant Position Details

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant performs clinical and clerical duties to support patient care in the clinic, following established standards, competencies, and best practices.

Required Education / Certification

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)

All certifications must be active upon hire.

What You Will Do

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing: An active license in the state of practice upon Hire

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.