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

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides professional nursing care under the direction and supervision of the provider, delivering safe and effective patient care. Avera St. Luke's is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Eligibility
Sign-on bonus

Posted Sep 16

Shift and hours
Day Shift · Monday-Friday Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Day Shift: Monday-Friday72 hours per two weeks
Unit and setting
Family Practice · Clinic Registered Nurse / LPN / Medical Assistant - Family Practice Opportunity
License
RN or LPN license Active license with the applicable Board of Nursing required upon hireLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Term
Permanent 72 hours per two weeks (Full-Time)Full-Time

Do you qualify?

License
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Active license with the applicable Board of Nursing required upon hire
Certification
CCMA (NHA) with MA diploma, CCMA (NHA) with one year of experience, CMA (AAMA), or RMA (AMT) *All certifications must be active upon hire.

What it pays

Against similar roles
Below most South Dakota staff postingsSouth Dakota staff postings that state pay run $25/hr to $46/hr, the middle half $32/hr to $41/hr, across 394 postings.
Sign-on bonus
$10,000
Loan repayment
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.
Bonus
Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for Registered Nurse Registered Nurse: Eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on
Bonus
Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus for LPN / Medical Assistant LPN / Medical Assistant: Eligible for up to $5,000 sign-on
Eligibility
PTO available day 1 for eligible hires
Pay reviews
Actual pay rate dependent upon experience Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

Benefits

  • BenefitsStudent loan repayment up to $10,000 ($167 per month) toward principal for LPNsAvera contributes $167 per month (up to $10,000) directly toward your loan principal to help you pay down debt faster.
  • BenefitsPTO available day 1 for eligible hiresPTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
  • BenefitsUp to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementUp to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
  • BenefitsCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Student Loan Repayment
More benefits (3)
  • PTO
  • 401k/Retirement
  • Mentorship

The role and schedule

Day to day
Performs general nursing care to patients Performs general nursing care to patients.
Day to day
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
Day to day
Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic.
Day to day
Prepares equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing Prepares equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing of patients.
Day to day
Observes, records, and reports patient condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider.
Day to day
Oversees appointment scheduling and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations Oversees appointment scheduling and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
Day to day
Maintains timely flow of patients Maintains timely flow of patients.
Day to day
Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination.
Day to day
Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining health history, taking vitals, and conducting nursing assessment Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining the health history, taking vitals, and conducting a nursing assessment.
Day to day
Documents obtained information in patient chart Documents obtained information in patient chart.
Day to day
Instructs patient in collection of samples and tests Instructs patient in collection of samples and tests.
Day to day
Responds to patient phone calls in a timely manner with physician input Responds to patient phone calls in a timely manner with appropriate input from the physician.
Day to day
Educates patients and families about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and health maintenance Educates patients and families about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness.
Day to day
Suggests solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints Suggests solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.
Day to day
Maintains exam rooms with supplies and ensures cleanliness Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
Day to day
Prepares list of medical supplies needed Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
Day to day
Assures appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed Assures appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed.
Day to day
Performs quality control and maintains records on all lab testing Performs quality control and maintains records on all lab testing.
Weekends
No weekends

The workplace

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Hospital
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Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range, differentials, and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
  • What should I expect for holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

Original listing

Posted on Avera St. Luke's’ careers page.

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Worker type
Regular
Work shift
Day Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $20.00 - $41.25 Position Highlights Registered Nurse / LPN / Medical Assistant – Family Practice Opportunity ⭐ 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 ⭐ Additional Benefits

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. You Belong at Avera 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.

A Brief Overview Responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients and families. Communicates with physicians as well as other healthcare team members to provide excellent patient care. 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.

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. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.

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 You Need & Then Some Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

PTO available day 1 for eligible hires. Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org .

What's around it?

In Aberdeen, SD

Aberdeen, SDFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% below the US average

Median rent
$762/mo
Household income
$64,405/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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