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

Position Highlights

• Now hiring RN, LPN, or MA for Urology & Nephrology Clinic
• Full-time position
• Supportive team environment
• Specialty with impact
• Options for free health insurance
• May be eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on bonus
• Positive work environment with mission-driven culture
• Daily opportunity to positively impact each patient served

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–5:00pm
• Friday: 8:00am–12:00pm
• 72 hours per 2-week pay period

Requirements

• RN – Licensed in the State of South Dakota
• LPN – Licensed in the State of South Dakota

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 for Medical Assistant

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)

Pay Range & Sign-On

• RN: $27.25 – $40.75 | May be eligible for $10,000 sign-on
• LPN: $22.00 – $31.00 | May be eligible for $5,000 sign-on
• MA: $19.50 – $27.50 | May be eligible for $5,000 sign-on

What You Will Do

• Perform 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 provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing of patients
• Observe, record, and report patient's condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider
• Oversee appointment scheduling and ensure preferences are given to patients in emergency situations
• Maintain timely flow of patients
• Greet patients and prepare them for physical examination
• Screen patients for appropriate information including obtaining health history, taking vitals, and conducting a nursing assessment
• Document obtained information in patient chart
• Instruct patient in 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 diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness
• Suggest solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints
• Maintain exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials; ensure cleanliness
• Prepare list of medical supplies needed
• Assure appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed
• Perform quality control and maintain records on all lab testing

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the 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 workflow 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