Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant | 69th and Western Clinic

Location: Avera 69th & Western Clinic

Position Highlights

• May be eligible for a $3000 sign-on bonus
• Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients
• Work where you matter

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

Requirements

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified
• Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing: An active license in the state of practice

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

Pay

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $41.25 per hour, dependent upon experience.

Schedule

Day Shift