Avera Health

Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Location: Sioux Center, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Discover a Career of Faith and Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities. A Career that You Will Love: There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health. A Chance to Make a Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture. Position Highlights Sioux Center Health has been awarded a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital award, Top Workplace honor by The Des Moines Register, and won Best of the Northwest in 13 healthcare categories including Best Place to Work. Sioux County also ranked #6 in the nation for being one of the Healthiest Communities according to U.S. News & World Report and CVS. There’s a reason we are a recognized healthcare leader. Summary The Home Health and Hospice RN is responsible for client care to include direct nursing care, coordination of care, and coordination of services in the home for clients of all ages, unless otherwise specified, in order to assist the client in achieving a maximum level of wellness and independence. General Hours of Work Rotating shifts with weekday/evening & weekend/holiday call involvement. Education and/or Experience Diploma, Associates or Bachelor's degree from a college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bi-lingual experience preferred but not required. Certificate, Licenses, Registrations Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Iowa. Must obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire date. Access to automobile required. This position requires a valid driver’s license and must carry their own automobile liability insurance. Essential Functions Responsible for coordinating client services, case management, providing assigned clients with direct skilled care, and teaching patient care skills to the client and/or caregiver. Initiates preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures individualized to the client and according to age specific needs. All duties will be performed within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. Develops and revises a plan of care based on the initial assessment, continual reassessment of client/family needs, client history, nursing diagnosis, physician orders, expected outcomes, and client goals to include discharge plans when appropriate. Utilize appropriate agency and community resources, be a client/family advocate and follow visit utilization guidelines and protocols. Formulates and implements appropriate teaching plans, communicates significant clinical findings and changes in status to the physician and other involved personnel, including the clients. Thoroughly document all skilled and medically necessary care thoroughly, timely and accurately. The plans of care, the documentation and the care provided, must comply with Medicare, State, Federal, insurance and payer requirements as well as local agency policy. Maintains client and organizational confidentiality at all times. The RN actively participates in the QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) program and completes all required in-service programs to ensure standards are met and skills are kept current. Conducts Home Health Aide supervisory visits, prepares and updates Home Health Aide’s written instructions and documents findings. The Home Health RN must ensure that clients receive appropriate care and all duties and activities delegated to aides are within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. Collects patient health data. Documents findings utilizing Meditech Home Care and completes appropriate OASIS time point completely and accurately. Identifies expected outcomes/goals individualized to the patient and develops a plan of care that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes. Collaborates with the patient, significant others and health care providers in providing patient care. Attends and prepares for active participation in every other week care conferences. Contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and others. Decisions and actions on behalf of clients are determined to be in an ethical manner. Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness and cost in planning and delivering patient care. Assists with the intake of referrals in Home care assuring Medicare admission criteria are met and will obtain benefits and preauthorization of services for commercial payers as indicated. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Avera Health

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

Location: Avera Brandon Clinic 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 RN: $27.75-$41.25 LPN: $22.50-$31.50 MA: $20-$28 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 .
Avera Health

Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Care Center

Location: Sioux Center, IA Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: As Needed (United States of America) Discover a Career of Faith and Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities. A Career that You Will Love: There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health. A Chance to Make a Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture. Position Highlights Sioux Center Health has been awarded a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital award, Top Workplace honor by The Des Moines Register, and won Best of the Northwest in 13 healthcare categories including Best Place to Work. Sioux County also ranked #6 in the nation for being one of the Healthiest Communities according to U.S. News & World Report and CVS. There’s a reason we are a recognized healthcare leader. Summary The Long Term Care RN is responsible for directing and supervising resident care consistent with the Iowa Nursing Practice Code, Federal, State, and Sioux Center Health standards of care while promoting each resident’s highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. General Hours of Work 8 and 12 hour rotating shift; nights, weekend, call involvement. Pool status. Education and/or Experience Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, for registered nurse. Minimum of one year of experience in Long Term Care preferred. OR Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for licensed vocational practical nurse. Minimum of one year of experience in Long Term Care preferred. Certificate, Licenses, Registrations Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Iowa. Must obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire date. OR Current LPN license in the State of Iowa. Must obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire date. Completion of LPN Supervisory course and IV certification. Essential Functions Utilize the “nursing process” (i.e. ongoing assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation) in the practice of nursing. To assess the health status of each resident. To formulate a nursing diagnosis based on the analysis of data from the nursing assessment; To plan nursing care which includes determining goals and priorities for activities based on the nursing diagnosis; To develop nursing interventions implementing the plan of care; and To evaluate the individual resident’s status in relation to established goals and the plan of care. Recognize and understand the legal implications of accountability including, but no limited to the following: Performing or supervising those activities and functions which require the knowledge and skill level of a registered nurse and seeking assistance when activities and functions are beyond the licensee’s scope of preparation; Using professional judgment supervising unlicensed assistant personnel; Using professional judgment in assigning and delegating activities and functions to unlicensed assistant personnel; Supervising, among other things, includes any or all the following: Direct observation of any activity or function; Assumption of overall responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care; Delegation of nursing tasks while retaining accountability; Determination that nursing care being provided is adequate and delivered appropriately. Executing the regimen prescribed by the physician while exercising professional judgment in accordance with minimum standards of nursing practice.If the prescribed medical regimen is not carried out, based on the nurse’s professional judgment, accountability will include: timely notification of the prescribing physician the medical regimen was not executed and reason(s) for same; documentation on medical record the physician was notified and reason(s) for not following order(s). Performs, skillfully and proficiently, the following duties: Reads report from previous shift and writes report for following shift. Reports and explains all pertinent resident care information to C.N.A.’s. Supervises all meals and nourishment or assure proper diet is served, nutrition and hydration needs are met, and residents are assisted as necessary. Makes rounds as necessary, assessing unstable residents. Prepares and administers medications, nutrition, fluids and medication, and treatments as ordered. Documents all medications, IV fluids, and treatments as administered. Supervises any restraint application and/or removal. Supervises prompt response to resident’s call lights. Orders medications as necessary. Notifies pharmacy of changes/additions to resident’s drug regimen. Receives medication delivery from pharmacy and checks and documents all drug received. Supervises all resident care and assists with direct care as needed. Observes, evaluates, reports, and documents all changes in resident’s conditions every two hours or as needed. Assists in the managerial responsibilities (interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems). Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Avera Health

Home Infusion Registered Nurse (RN)|MCK Home Infusion (PRN)

Location: Avera Home Infusion Pharmacy-Sioux Falls 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. $27.75 - $41.25 Position Highlights Varied Shifts, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm 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 Delivers Nursing Care by developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends to understand patient conditions, medications, and self-care skills; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives. What you will do Provides patient care by reviewing physician prescriptions; communicating the nursing care plan and all pertinent information to other members of the health care team; coordinating with other healthcare providers; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends; conferring with physicians. Develops nursing care plans by obtaining medical histories; examining patients; documenting patient physical condition, psychological status, and influencing social factors; conferring with family and friends; developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions, schedules, and timetables. Teaches healthcare requirements by establishing patient care goals; instructing patient, family, and friends to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions; providing information and resources. Evaluates patient care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care standards; reviewing patient records; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives; modifying nursing care plan. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy patient care environment by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations; adhering to organization standards and policies, and to legal regulations; alerting others regarding potential concerns. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Keeps patient care equipment operating by following operating instructions and established procedures; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. Keeps patient care supplies ready by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; stocking items. Maintains competence in nursing capabilities outlined by leadership. 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 Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: 1-3 years Experience working in a clinical environment 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. 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 .
Avera Health

Certified Nursing Assistant | Long Term Care

Location: Avera Granite Falls Health Care Center Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: As Needed (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $19.75 - $26.00 Position Highlights Position may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $500.00 Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident care. Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care. Position be trained to both campuses, across all specialties. Avera requires an active MN CNA or to be enrolled in a MN CNA class that ends within 30 days of applying, to be considered for this position Work Schedule Casual/As Needed: Casual employees are required to work a minimum of 4 shifts per month, two which must be a weekend shift (Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday) at the request of the facility. 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 Accountable for providing direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility, which meet the physical, academical, social and spiritual needs on a daily basis to maintain and improve their highest level of independent function. What you will do Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living Performs routine duties and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff. This may include but not limited to assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorienting of resident to the facility environment to insure resident safety. Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate forms. Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient's plan of care. This includes assisting residents in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens as directed by nursing staff. Assessing and documenting completed cares. Provide feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns. Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit including cleaning procedures. Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families. Complies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy. Reports all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property. Understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Maintains an environment that is clean and safe for all residents, families and staff. 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: Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: High School or GED Equivalent Less than 1 year Related experience or training 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. 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 .
Avera Health

Certified Nursing Assistant | Long Term Care

Location: Avera Granite Falls Health Care Center Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily evenings with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $19.75 - $26.00 Position Highlights Position may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $1000 Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1! Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident care. Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care. Avera requires an active MN CNA or to be enrolled in a MN CNA class that ends within 30 days of applying, to be considered for this position Work Schedule Evening shift 2 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; 72 hours/weeks Every other weekend and holiday rotation 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 Accountable for providing direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility, which meet the physical, academical, social and spiritual needs on a daily basis to maintain and improve their highest level of independent function. What you will do Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living Performs routine duties and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff. This may include but not limited to assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorienting of resident to the facility environment to insure resident safety. Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate forms. Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient's plan of care. This includes assisting residents in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens as directed by nursing staff. Assessing and documenting completed cares. Provide feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns. Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit including cleaning procedures. Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families. Complies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy. Reports all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property. Understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Maintains an environment that is clean and safe for all residents, families and staff. 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: Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: High School or GED Equivalent Less than 1 year Related experience or training 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 .
Avera Health

Certified Nursing Assistant | Long Term Care

Location: Avera Granite Falls Health Care Center Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily nights with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $19.75 - $26.00 Position Highlights Position may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $1000 Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident care. Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care. Avera requires an active MN CNA or to be enrolled in a MN CNA class that ends within 30 days of applying, to be considered for this position Work Schedule Night shift 10 p.m.-6:30 a.m.; 32 hours/weeks Every other weekend and holiday rotation 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 Accountable for providing direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility, which meet the physical, academical, social and spiritual needs on a daily basis to maintain and improve their highest level of independent function. What you will do Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living Performs routine duties and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff. This may include but not limited to assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorienting of resident to the facility environment to insure resident safety. Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate forms. Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient's plan of care. This includes assisting residents in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens as directed by nursing staff. Assessing and documenting completed cares. Provide feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns. Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit including cleaning procedures. Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families. Complies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy. Reports all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property. Understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Maintains an environment that is clean and safe for all residents, families and staff. 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: Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: High School or GED Equivalent Less than 1 year Related experience or training 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. 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 .
Avera Health

Certified Nursing Assistant | Long Term Care

Location: Avera Granite Falls Health Care Center Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily evenings with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $19.75 - $26.00 Position Highlights Position may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $500 Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident care. Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care. Avera requires an active MN CNA or to be enrolled in a MN CNA class that ends within 30 days of applying, to be considered for this position Work Schedule Evening shift 2 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; 32 hours/weeks Every other weekend and holiday rotation 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 Accountable for providing direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility, which meet the physical, academical, social and spiritual needs on a daily basis to maintain and improve their highest level of independent function. What you will do Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living Performs routine duties and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff. This may include but not limited to assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorienting of resident to the facility environment to insure resident safety. Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate forms. Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient's plan of care. This includes assisting residents in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens as directed by nursing staff. Assessing and documenting completed cares. Provide feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns. Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit including cleaning procedures. Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families. Complies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy. Reports all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property. Understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Maintains an environment that is clean and safe for all residents, families and staff. 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: Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: High School or GED Equivalent Less than 1 year Related experience or training 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. 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant | Neurology Clinic

Location: Avera Medical Group Neurology-Sioux Falls 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 RN and LPN may be eligible for $6000.00 sign on bonus! Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm and 8:30am-5:00pm; 80hrs/2wks Student Loan Repayment: Position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. RN Job Summary: 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. An active license in the state of practice upon hire required. LPN Job Summary: Provides for the delivery of professional nursing care under the direction of the provider. An active license in the state of practice upon hire required. 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 Performs selected medical assistant and clerical duties that assist in care for clinic patients following established standards, practices, and competency. Works collaboratively with other clinic staff to solve practice-related problems. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department. What you will do Assists in care to patients as directed by provider based on competency. Provides accurate, completed, legible and timely documentation of all patient procedures in the medical record. Maintains timely flow of patients. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests. Responsible for assisting with patient and family education to include procedures, medication use, nutrition, disease processes, and maintenance of health and wellness, etc., based on competency. Greets patients and conducts clinical interview collecting history and vital signs. Labels and processes lab specimens according to lab procedures. Maintains exam room for necessary supplies and materials. Performs daily and weekly environmental cleaning and equipment quality control and maintenance. Cleans and sterilizes medical equipment according to policy. Follows correct procedures for handling and disposing of bio-hazardous infectious waste. Provided back-up help for front desk personnel. This may include answering telephone, scheduling and cancelling appointments, and scheduling consult patients. 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: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Upon Hire or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Upon Hire or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Upon Hire or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Upon Hire or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Upon Hire Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Associate's Graduate of Medical Assistant program or diploma 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Pre/Post Recovery Avera Specialty Hospital | PRN

Location: Avera Specialty Hospital-Sioux Falls Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $31.00 - $46.25 Position Highlights 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 Delivers Nursing Care by developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends to understand patient conditions, medications, and self-care skills; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives. What you will do Provides patient care by reviewing physician prescriptions; communicating the nursing care plan and all pertinent information to other members of the health care team; coordinating with other healthcare providers; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends; conferring with physicians. Develops nursing care plans by obtaining medical histories; examining patients; documenting patient physical condition, psychological status, and influencing social factors; conferring with family and friends; developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions, schedules, and timetables. Teaches healthcare requirements by establishing patient care goals; instructing patient, family, and friends to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions; providing information and resources. Evaluates patient care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care standards; reviewing patient records; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives; modifying nursing care plan. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy patient care environment by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations; adhering to organization standards and policies, and to legal regulations; alerting others regarding potential concerns. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Keeps patient care equipment operating by following operating instructions and established procedures; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for repairs. Keeps patient care supplies ready by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; stocking items. 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 Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Experience working in a clinical environment 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. 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) | OR/Surgery | Avera Specialty Hospital

Location: Avera Specialty Hospital-Sioux Falls 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. $31.00 - $46.25 Position Highlights OR/Surgery: Monday-Friday- 8 hr day/evening 6:30am-3:00pm and occasional late coverage 4:00pm or later. Orthopedic surgery experience strongly preferred 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 Delivers Nursing Care by developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends to understand patient conditions, medications, and self-care skills; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives. What you will do Provides patient care by reviewing physician prescriptions; communicating the nursing care plan and all pertinent information to other members of the health care team; coordinating with other healthcare providers; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends; conferring with physicians. Develops nursing care plans by obtaining medical histories; examining patients; documenting patient physical condition, psychological status, and influencing social factors; conferring with family and friends; developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions, schedules, and timetables. Teaches healthcare requirements by establishing patient care goals; instructing patient, family, and friends to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions; providing information and resources. Evaluates patient care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care standards; reviewing patient records; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives; modifying nursing care plan. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy patient care environment by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations; adhering to organization standards and policies, and to legal regulations; alerting others regarding potential concerns. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Keeps patient care equipment operating by following operating instructions and established procedures; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for repairs. Keeps patient care supplies ready by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; stocking items. 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 Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Experience working in a clinical environment 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical Surgical Unit

$38.29 - $61.16 / hour
Location: Avera Marshall Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Position Highlights Position may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $10,000 Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1! Options for Free Health Insurance! Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident care. Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care. Work Schedule Night shift 7 p.m.-7:30 a.m.; 48 hours/weeks Every third weekend One summer and one winter holiday rotation Pay The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $38.29-61.16 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 The Registered Nurse in the Med Surg Unit is accountable for the safe, individualized, efficient, and effective management and delivery of nursing care for hospitalized inpatients and hospital-based outpatients. What you will do Assumes other job duties as per RN licensure, training and scope of practice when floating to other areas of the medical center r/t established floating guidelines. Demonstrates critical thinking by synthesizing best practice protocols and standards with patient data, to decide on the best course of action. Demonstrates ability to identify and respond to changes in clinical condition, and provide timely communication to appropriate care team member, using SBAR format. Includes patient and significant others in the plan of care including education needs from admission through discharge, evidenced by complete and accurate documentation, and use of appropriate interventions in accordance to hospital policies and evidenced based standards. Actively participates in the learning experiences of orientees, co-workers, and students as assigned. Takes ownership of professional development by staying current with professional practice standards; seeking learning opportunities in nursing specialty; and shares new learning (s), with peers formally and informally. Engages in organizational initiatives and department operations by attending 50% department meetings, at least 1 Employee Forum annually, at least 1 Mission for Staff session annually, at least 1 volunteer experience annually, and other assigned in-services and meetings according to direction of nursing supervisor. Consistently incorporates the nine guiding principles of safe medication administration, including the five rights of medication administration and in compliance with Avera MedSafe –Bar-coding medication administration. Participates in quality improvement practices by following best practice standards for Core Measures and incorporating Appropriate Care Interventions into patient plan of care, evidenced by: consistent complete and accurate documentation and achieving quality outcomes appropriate to the clinical condition and needs of the patient across the continuum of care. Interacts professionally with providers to coordinate care for patient across the continuum, not just the acute phase of care. Ensures readiness of area for anticipated or unexpected emergency situations as evidenced by appropriate use of Rapid Response procedures, fulfilling assigned roles of code team, and appropriate follow though of safety policies Participates in the development of the trauma program for the hospital evidenced by consistency in the following of the program guidelines defined by MDH Level III trauma designation. Actively participates in a committee or project improvement team that enhances the patient experience, improves efficiency of workflow, increases employee satisfaction, or positively impacts the mission of the organization. Is familiar with EHR and attends trainings as assigned as well as being an IT resource for physicians in those EHR modules assigned by department leader. Participates in interdisciplinary rounds with treatment team. A Unit Charge Nurse is a registered nurse designated by Avera Marshall to have responsibility for care and coordination of care on a particular unit during a particular shift. A Unit Charge Nurse Meets all of the essential functions of a staff nurse and may have patient assignment. A Unit Charge Nurse Begins each shift with Daily Line-Up with enthusiasm-stand up, engaging group in questions for discussion, and concludes with prayer. A Unit Charge Nurse Supports service excellence strategies by ensuring completion of hourly rounding, consistent use of AIDET, and other skills and expectations as defined by the department leader; evidenced by consistent and thorough documentation, and managing up organizational goals and initiatives to peers, patients, visitors, physicians, and community members. A Unit Charge Nurse Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost in the planning and delivery of patient care when making assignments, for a specific unit during an assigned shift. A Unit Charge Nurse Utilizes critical thinking and department staffing matrix to staff unit accordingly. A Unit Charge Nurse Plans for meal breaks at the beginning of each shift, keeps shift report focused on pertinent patient information and on time, ensures OT is minimized, and assures team stays organized to hand off on or before the end of the assigned shift. – Any variances are to be detailed in writing with measures attempted to avoid overtime. A Unit Charge Nurse Investigates incidents, patient complaints, and care issues and reports to nursing supervisor with suggestions for change/improvement. A Unit Charge Nurse Reports all AHE and high risk situations to department leader, Assistant CNO, and/or CNO immediately. A Unit Charge Nurse Ensure quality care is delivered on all shifts as assigned to Unit Charge role through regular interactions with Unit Charge RNs in each area, and as needed based on activity and needs of department for a given shift. 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: Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification - Crisis Prevention Institute within 180 Days 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Lead | Plastic Surgery Clinic

$24.50 - $43.25 / hour
Location: Avera Medical Group Plastic Surgery-Sioux Falls 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. $24.50 - $43.25 Position Highlights LPN-$24.50-33.75 RN-$29.00-43.25 Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; 80hrs/2wks Student Loan Repayment: Position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. 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 Functions as an extension of the manager/supervisor to facilitate efficient and effective operation of the assigned area. The lead utilizes independent and interdependent judgement and is expected to serve as a resource to staff, physicians, and clinic leadership. Responsible for general oversight of the assigned group and in addition utilizes technical and customer services aptitudes for day-to-day patient services. The Lead will also perform all essential functions/duties of the Clinic RN position as well as the additional duties. What you will do Identifies and resolves any facility problems or patient concerns in a timely matter. Acts as a resource to staff for problem resolution and training and disseminates information to staff as requested by leadership. Collaborates with the Supervisor/Manager to develop and implement an orientation and education plan. Responsible for training new staff and for remedial training of existing staff. Coaches and provides feedback to staff and to the leadership team as necessary. Provides input to the Supervisor/Manager related to clinic staff appraisals, interviewing and hiring. Assists in care to patients as directed by the provider. Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic. Makes appropriate referrals to other providers per physician instructions. Provides accurate, completed, legible, and timely documentation of all patient procedures in the medical record. Greets patients and conducts clinical interviews with patients to assess a variety of patient needs. Provides open and timely communication with patients, families, and their significant others. Provides sufficient information to allow patients and their significant others to participate in patient’s care. Reports test results to patient per physician instructions. Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies, materials and ensures cleanliness. Assists in greeting, registering, and scheduling patients. Answers phones promptly and takes messages or transfer to person involved. Keeps patients informed of physician scheduled (i.e., running late, etc.). Maintains flow of patients. 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | UroGyn Clinic

$22.50 - $41.25 / hour
Location: Avera Urogynecology Sioux Falls 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. $22.50 - $41.25 Position Highlights Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm; 80hrs/2wks Great opportunity for an LPN or RN to join our clinic! Great team atmosphere No nights, weekends, or holidays Able to assist with office procedures May be eligible for a $6000 sign on bonus. Student Loan Repayment: This Registered Nurse (RN) position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. LPN Job Summary: Provides for the delivery of professional nursing care under the direction of the provider. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Oncology | PRN

$31 - $46.25 / hour
Location: Avera Oncology & Hematology Aberdeen Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: As Needed (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $31.00 - $46.25 Position Highlights Schedule: Varied Shifts; As Needed 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 Delivers nursing care by developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends to understand patient conditions, medications, and self-care skills; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives. What you will do Provides patient care by reviewing physician prescriptions; communicating the nursing care plan and all pertinent information to other members of the health care team; coordinating with other healthcare providers; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends; conferring with physicians. Develops nursing care plans by obtaining medical histories; examining patients; documenting patient physical condition, psychological status, and influencing social factors; conferring with family and friends; developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions, schedules, and timetables. Teaches healthcare requirements by establishing patient care goals; instructing patient, family, and friends to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions; providing information and resources. Evaluates patient care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care standards; reviewing patient records; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives; modifying nursing care plan. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy patient care environment by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations; adhering to organization standards and policies, and to legal regulations; alerting others regarding potential concerns. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Keeps patient care equipment operating by following operating instructions and established procedures; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for repairs. Keeps patient care supplies ready by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; stocking items. 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 and ONS Fundamentals Provider Card - Oncology Nursing Society within 60 Days or ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Provider Card - Oncology Nursing Society within 60 Days and ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Provider Card - Oncology Nursing Society upon expiration of ONS Fundamentals Provider Card or within 2 years of hire--whichever is later Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Previous Oncology experience 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. 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Freeman Regional Hospital | PRN

Location: Freeman, SD Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: As Needed (United States of America) Freeman Regional Health Service is looking for individuals to join our growing, team-oriented organization. Position Highlights PRN (working at least 2 shifts every 6 weeks) Work Shifts Available: Day Shift (Day Shift (7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.) Night Shift (7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.) Rotating Weekends/Holidays A Brief Overview The RN delivers nursing care by developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends to understand patient conditions, medications, and self-care skills; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives. What you will do Provides patient care by reviewing physician prescriptions; communicating the nursing care plan and all pertinent information to other members of the health care team; coordinating with other healthcare providers; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends; conferring with physicians. Develops nursing care plans by obtaining medical histories; examining patients; documenting patient physical condition, psychological status, and influencing social factors; conferring with family and friends; developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions, schedules, and timetables. Teaches healthcare requirements by establishing patient care goals; instructing patient, family, and friends to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions; providing information and resources. Evaluates patient care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care standards; reviewing patient records; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives; modifying nursing care plan. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy patient care environment by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations; adhering to organization standards and policies, and to legal regulations; alerting others regarding potential concerns. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Keeps patient care equipment operating by following operating instructions and established procedures; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. Keeps patient care supplies ready by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; stocking items. Maintains competence in nursing capabilities outlined by leadership. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing - An active license in the state of practice is required upon hire 1-3 years experience working in a clinical or hospital environment, preferred. 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. Freeman Regional Health Services 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.
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Cardiac Rehab

Location: Freeman, SD Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Freeman Regional Health Service is looking for individuals to join our growing, team-oriented organization. Position Highlights Part Time (1 day per week) A Brief Overview Coordinates patient care for assigned patients utilizing the nursing process. What you will do Utilizes the nursing process of assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating all nursing care provided within the Cardiac and Pulmonary rehab settings. Demonstrates knowledge of exercise principles and development of an appropriate exercise/rehab plan based on cardiac and pulmonary rehab patient evaluation and assessment. Performs ongoing evaluations of patient's compliance and response to therapy, and adjusts plan of care accordingly. Initiates, provides, or delegates patient/family teaching at a level of expertise and documents appropriately, noting the recipients’ participation and response including pre-procedure calling and education. Acts as a patient/family advocate and intervenes if necessary to ensure that patient care is not compromised. Participates in planning, scheduling, and coordinating patient care. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing - An active license in the state of practice is required upon hire 1-3 years experience working in a clinical or hospital environment, preferred. 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. Freeman Regional Health Services 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.
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Nursing Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant | Long Term Care

$19.75 - $26 / hour
Location: Avera St Benedict Nursing Home Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $19.75 - $26.00 Position Highlights PRN-Varied hours-Requires working every 6th weekend. Must be certified as a nursing assistant within 120 days. 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 The Nurse Assistant is in training to become a Certified Nurse Assistant. The Nurse Assistant will provide direct, personal care and services to residents in the skilled nursing facility, which meet the physical academical, social and spiritual needs on a daily basis to maintain and improve their highest level of independent function. What you will do In training to become Nurse Assistant certified and/or Medication Aide certified. Provides assistance to residents with their activities of daily living. Performs routine and non-routine duties as directed by nursing staff. This may includes but not limited to assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral hygiene, bed making, transfers into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorienting of resident to the facility environment to insure resident safety. Performs blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and weight. Documents concise and factual information on the appropriate forms. Performs or assists residents in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient's plan of care. This includes assisting residents in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens as directed by nursing staff. Assessing and documenting completed cares. Provides feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns. Assists with restocking supplies and maintaining appropriate work environment in unit including cleaning procedures. Participates in providing emotional, educational and spiritual support for families. Complies with all aspects of resident rights including confidentiality and privacy. Report all allegations of resident abuse or misappropriation of resident property. Understands and follows established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Maintains an environment that is clean and safe for all residents, families and staff. 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: Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: High School or GED Equivalent 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. 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager | Avera Health Plans Medical Management

$31 - $46.25 / hour
Location: Avera Health Plans 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. $31.00 - $46.25 Position Highlights 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 Specialized nurse that identifies members who would benefit from complex/chronic condition case management and/or service coordination. The RN Case Manager develops and facilitates the member's plan of care. In collaboration with physicians, population health staff, employers, community organizations, hospital-based case managers/utilization review staff, clinic-based care coordinators/preauthorization staff, and Insurance Division staff, the RN Case Manager encourages the best possible outcome in the most cost effective manner in accordance with standards set forth by National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). The RN Case Manager will need to be knowledgeable in various aspects of all health plan lines of business, inclusive of commercial, marketplace, and self-funded clients. The position requires interaction with health system stakeholders, key opinion leaders, vendors, delegated entities, healthcare providers, policy makers, and accreditation and government organizations. What you will do Identifies cases that qualify for complex/chronic condition case management and/or service coordination, based on, but not limited to, the evaluation of the following data: claims, hospital reports, risk stratification, utilization management, pharmacy reports, and referrals from internal health plan staff, clinic staff, hospital discharge planners, members and providers. Creates and executes unique, care plans that ensure the best possible individualized health care goals for the chronic and/or complex member are met in accordance with NCQA assessment standards and requirements. Performs utilization management activities of selected services, including preauthorizations, inpatient admissions, continued stay reviews and retro reviews using established medical guidelines, clinical information and clinical education to determine medical appropriateness for coverage. Performs end to end management and authorization of all transplant members, in all phases of transplant (pre, inpatient, post). This includes authorization requests, case management services, claims inquiries, and network steerage. Reviews and interprets key clinical and operational data in order to provide feedback and assist with the utilization management of healthcare services. Effectively communicate and collaborate with other departments within the health plan including, but not limited to, clinical denials, appeals, network determination, and quality of care issues. Understands and educates key stakeholders on benefit plan design, network status, and appropriate claims processing for approved services. Directs and transitions care to network providers and coordinates service to ensure cost-effective, high-quality outcomes. Advocates for member’s health by identifying age appropriate health screening(s), advising of wellness coverage benefits and facilitating member compliance with recommended screenings. Researches and identifies community resources to assist in addressing all facets of social determinants of health. 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 and Certified Case Manager (CCM) - Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) within 3 Years or Certified Managed Care Nurse (CMCN) - American Board of Managed Care Nurses (ABMCN) within 3 Years 4-6 years Nursing experience in acute care setting Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Case management, disease management, care coordination or equivalent 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 .
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Certified Nursing Assistant - Care Center

Location: Sioux Center, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Discover a Career of Faith and Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities. A Career that You Will Love: There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health. A Chance to Make a Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture. Position Highlights Sioux Center Health has been awarded a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital award, Top Workplace honor by The Des Moines Register, and won Best of the Northwest in 12 healthcare categories. Sioux County also ranked #6 in the nation for being one of the Healthiest Communities according to U.S. News & World Report and CVS. There’s a reason we are a recognized healthcare leader. Summary The Long Term Care Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) provides direct care for the Long-Term Care residents that follows the Care Plan and assists each resident to achieve and maintain the highest level of health and physical condition. General Hours of Work 4, 8, 9 hour shift (weekend & holiday involvement). Education and/or Experience Completion of 75 hour C.N.A. course preferred. Prefer high school diploma or GED. Prior related work experience preferred. Attends 12 hours of in-service training yearly. Certificate, Licenses, Registrations Certified as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Iowa required. CPR certification preferred. Essential Functions Communicates effectively with residents, families, and coworkers to protect and promote each resident’s dignity, individuality and rights. Assesses patient’s daily needs and treatments. This includes obtaining and recording vital signs, height, weight, assessing need for assistance with or independence in dressing needs, bathing, eating, and ambulation. The CNA conducts the assessments in consideration for the patient’s choice, privacy, dignity, and independence. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, they provide input in the care planning process. Provides or assists the patient with daily needs and treatments in accordance with established policy and procedure. This includes assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral, hygiene, bed making, transferring into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorientating of patients to the facility environment to insure patient safety. Performs or assists patients in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient’s plan of care. This includes assisting patients in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens administering enemas, bowel and bladder training, assessing and documenting completed cares, intake and output, baths, dietary intake/calorie counts on flow sheets while providing important feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns. Performs safety and infection control procedures to insure a safe, clean environment for patients and staff. This includes understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Demonstrates knowledge of the strategic and operational plans of the facility and actively supports these on a daily basis and as a part of this involvement actively supports all facility functions. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Behavioral Health Child Unit | New Grad

$22.75 - $31.50 / hour
Location: Avera Behavioral Health Center-Sioux Falls Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $22.75 - $31.50 Position Highlights Why is Behavioral Health Important? The Avera Behavioral Health Adolescent & Child Units are designed to be a structured and age-appropriate therapeutic environment for adolescents and children to learn to understand problems, use healthy coping skills and set and complete goals. You will enjoy this Behavioral Health setting if you are Nurse that: Enjoys working with children ages 5 to 12 years old and adolescents ages 13 to 17 years old as well as their families. Has a passion helping patients with conditions such as Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Addiction or Suicidal behavior. Appreciates an active, challenging care environment that requires critical thinking. Values autonomous professional nursing practice. Possesses motivation to help create and deliver high-quality patient care in an energizing team environment. Unit Highlights: Cross Trained to work in the Adolescent Program and Child Program The adolescent program is a 40 unit Child unit is a 14 bed unit Opportunity to meet 70+ coworkers Opportunity to change lives of both Adolescent and Children Self-scheduling program Student Loan Repayment: This Registered Nurse (RN) position is eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. 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 The LPN practices under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician, or other health care provider. The LPN organizes and directs those aspects of care for which he/she is accountable; communicating and coordinating care with well-defined nursing diagnoses, including all health team members. What you will do Collects data and conducts a focused nursing assessment of the health status of a patient. Participates with other health care providers in the development and modification of the patient-centered health care plan. Implements nursing interventions within a patient-centered health care plan. Assists in the evaluation of responses to interventions. Provides for the maintenance of safe and effective nursing care rendered directly or indirectly. Advocates for the best interest of the patient. Communicates and collaborates with patients and members of the health care team. Assists with health counseling and teaching. Delegates and assigns nursing interventions to implement the plan of care. 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: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 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 .
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Residential Nursing Assistant | Assisted Living

Location: Freeman, SD Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America) Freeman Regional Health Service is looking for individuals to join our growing, team-oriented organization. Position Highlights Part Time - Benefit Eligible (working at least 48 hours per pay period) Work Shift: Work Shifts Available: Day Shift (6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) Evening Shift (3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.) Night Shift (11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.) Rotating Weekends/Holidays A Brief Overview Becoming a residential nursing assistant, in an assisted living facility, is a rewarding career as it allows you to directly make a positive impact on the lives of elderly residents by providing them with personalized care, building meaningful relationships, and contributing to their overall well-being, offering a sense of fulfillment through helping others in a supportive community setting . What you will do: A ssist residents with daily activities, providing physical and emotional support, which can significantly improve their quality of life. Develop close relationships with residents and their families, getting to know their individual needs and preferences. Provide companionship and reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Monitor the health and safety of residents, identifying potential hazards and ensuring quick access to help when needed. Maintain cleanliness in residents’ living spaces. Notify nurses or supervisors about changes in residents' conditions. Maintain accurate records of residents' information. Understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Mentor new employees and assists with their orientation. Lead, by example, following Freeman Regional Health Services CARE standards. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Must be 16 years or older 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. Benefits You Need & Then Some Freeman Regional Health Services 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 is available day 1 for eligible hires. Freeman Regional Health Services pays a portion of health insurance premiums for eligible hires. Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement. Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship Freeman Regional Health Services 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.
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Certified Nurse Assistant - Care Center

Location: Sioux Center, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Evening Shift (United States of America) Discover a Career of Faith and Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities. A Career that You Will Love: There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health. A Chance to Make a Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture. Position Highlights Sioux Center Health has been awarded a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital award, Top Workplace honor by The Des Moines Register, and won Best of the Northwest in 12 healthcare categories. Sioux County also ranked #6 in the nation for being one of the Healthiest Communities according to U.S. News & World Report and CVS. There’s a reason we are a recognized healthcare leader. Summary The Long Term Care Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) provides direct care for the Long-Term Care residents that follows the Care Plan and assists each resident to achieve and maintain the highest level of health and physical condition. General Hours of Work 4, 8, 9 hour shift (weekend & holiday involvement). Education and/or Experience Completion of 75 hour C.N.A. course preferred. Prefer high school diploma or GED. Prior related work experience preferred. Attends 12 hours of in-service training yearly. Certificate, Licenses, Registrations Certified as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Iowa required. CPR certification preferred. Essential Functions Communicates effectively with residents, families, and coworkers to protect and promote each resident’s dignity, individuality and rights. Assesses patient’s daily needs and treatments. This includes obtaining and recording vital signs, height, weight, assessing need for assistance with or independence in dressing needs, bathing, eating, and ambulation. The CNA conducts the assessments in consideration for the patient’s choice, privacy, dignity, and independence. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, they provide input in the care planning process. Provides or assists the patient with daily needs and treatments in accordance with established policy and procedure. This includes assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral, hygiene, bed making, transferring into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorientating of patients to the facility environment to insure patient safety. Performs or assists patients in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient’s plan of care. This includes assisting patients in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens administering enemas, bowel and bladder training, assessing and documenting completed cares, intake and output, baths, dietary intake/calorie counts on flow sheets while providing important feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns. Performs safety and infection control procedures to insure a safe, clean environment for patients and staff. This includes understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Demonstrates knowledge of the strategic and operational plans of the facility and actively supports these on a daily basis and as a part of this involvement actively supports all facility functions. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
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Medical Assistant | Radiation Oncology Clinic

$20 - $28 / hour
Location: Avera Radiation Oncology Sioux Falls 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 - $28.00 Position Highlights 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 Performs selected medical assistant and clerical duties that assist in care for clinic patients following established standards, practices, and competency. Works collaboratively with other clinic staff to solve practice-related problems. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department. What you will do Assists in care to patients as directed by provider based on competency. Provides accurate, completed, legible and timely documentation of all patient procedures in the medical record. Maintains timely flow of patients. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests. Responsible for assisting with patient and family education to include procedures, medication use, nutrition, disease processes, and maintenance of health and wellness, etc., based on competency. Greets patients and conducts clinical interview collecting history and vital signs. Labels and processes lab specimens according to lab procedures. Maintains exam room for necessary supplies and materials. Performs daily and weekly environmental cleaning and equipment quality control and maintenance. Cleans and sterilizes medical equipment according to policy. Follows correct procedures for handling and disposing of bio-hazardous infectious waste. Provided back-up help for front desk personnel. This may include answering telephone, scheduling and cancelling appointments, and scheduling consult patients. 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: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Upon Hire or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Upon Hire or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Upon Hire or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Upon Hire or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Upon Hire Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Associate's Graduate of Medical Assistant program or diploma 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 .
Avera Health

Certified Nurse Assistant - Care Center

Location: Sioux Center, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Discover a Career of Faith and Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities. A Career that You Will Love: There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health. A Chance to Make a Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture. Position Highlights Sioux Center Health has been awarded a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital award, Top Workplace honor by The Des Moines Register, and won Best of the Northwest in 13 healthcare categories including Best Place to Work. Sioux County also ranked #6 in the nation for being one of the Healthiest Communities according to U.S. News & World Report and CVS. There’s a reason we are a recognized healthcare leader. Summary The Long Term Care Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) provides direct care for the Long-Term Care residents that follows the Care Plan and assists each resident to achieve and maintain the highest level of health and physical condition. General Hours of Work 4, 8, 9 hour shift (weekend & holiday involvement). Education and/or Experience Completion of 75 hour C.N.A. course preferred. Prefer high school diploma or GED. Prior related work experience preferred. Attends 12 hours of in-service training yearly. Certificate, Licenses, Registrations Certified as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Iowa required. CPR certification preferred. Essential Functions Communicates effectively with residents, families, and coworkers to protect and promote each resident’s dignity, individuality and rights. Assesses patient’s daily needs and treatments. This includes obtaining and recording vital signs, height, weight, assessing need for assistance with or independence in dressing needs, bathing, eating, and ambulation. The CNA conducts the assessments in consideration for the patient’s choice, privacy, dignity, and independence. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, they provide input in the care planning process. Provides or assists the patient with daily needs and treatments in accordance with established policy and procedure. This includes assisting patients with bathing and dressing needs, shaving, oral, hygiene, bed making, transferring into and out of bed, repositioning, toileting needs, serving and collecting food trays, encouraging and/or assisting with feeding, answering call lights, insuring a clean environment, transporting patients upon admission and dismissal, assisting with ambulation and orienting/reorientating of patients to the facility environment to insure patient safety. Performs or assists patients in performing specific medical care activities in accordance with established policy and procedure to contribute to the patient’s plan of care. This includes assisting patients in performing restorative exercises, collecting specimens administering enemas, bowel and bladder training, assessing and documenting completed cares, intake and output, baths, dietary intake/calorie counts on flow sheets while providing important feedback to nursing staff immediately on status or changes in patient conditions, pain management, and other important concerns. Performs safety and infection control procedures to insure a safe, clean environment for patients and staff. This includes understanding and following established policy and procedures related to fire, tornado, evacuation, disaster plan, universal precautions, infection control procedures, hazardous and chemical communication program. Demonstrates knowledge of the strategic and operational plans of the facility and actively supports these on a daily basis and as a part of this involvement actively supports all facility functions. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned