Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA) | Pediatric Clinic

Position Highlights

• This nurse will serve as primary nurse for Dr. Natalie Hutton, Pediatrician, supporting a high-volume practice.
• Rotate with the other nursing staff to cover the Acute Care Clinic; Friday 1pm-7pm and Saturday 9am-12pm once every 10-12 weeks.

Pay

• RN: $27.75 - $41.25 per hour. May be eligible for $10,000-$15,000 Sign On Bonus and $2,500 Relocation Bonus.
• LPN: $24.50 - $33.75 per hour. May be eligible for $7,500-$10,000 Sign On Bonus and $1,500 Relocation Bonus.
• Medical Assistant: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour. May be eligible for $7,500 Sign On Bonus and $1,500 Relocation Bonus.

Schedule

Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays.

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.

Qualifications

• Required Education, License/Certification: Registered Nurse (RN) - An active license in the state of practice upon hire.
• Ability 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.
• Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles.
• 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 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.