Avera Health

Registered Nurse (RN) | Family Medicine Clinic

$27.75 - $41.25 / hour
Location: Avera Family Medicine Yankton 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 Hours : Monday-Friday, Days; 40hrs/wk 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. 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

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | AESS Temp Staffing | PRN

$24.50 - $33.75 / hour
Location: Avera Education & Staffing 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. $24.50 - $33.75 Position Highlights Varied Shifts 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. 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) Traveler | AESS Temp Staffing

Location: Avera Education & Staffing Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America) Position Highlights Varied Shifts; 80hrs/2wks 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 Travels to facilities across the Avera footprint. The nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide nursing care for Avera patients following the ANA Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice. The nurse assumes responsibility for the outcome of nursing care provided to patients in facilities. The nurse demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide exceptional care for the population served.​ 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 1-3 years recent related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and 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. 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) | AESS Temp Staffing | PRN

$31 - $46.25 / hour
Location: Avera Education & Staffing 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. $31.00 - $46.25 Position Highlights Varied Shifts 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 .
Avera Health

Nursing Assistant | Long Term Care

$19.75 - $26 / hour
Location: Avera Mary House 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. $19.75 - $26.00 Position Highlights Pay scale $21.00 - $26.00/hr May be eligible for up to $2,500 sign on bonus and $1,500 relocation bonus! 💡 Position Highlights 🎓 No Experience? No Problem! Paid training + certification costs covered ❤️ Job Satisfaction: Build meaningful relationships with residents and families 💵 Caregiver career path and learn as you earn 🕒 Work Schedule 🌞 Shift: Variable; can discuss during an interview 📅 Every other weekend & holiday ⏳ 24hrs/2wks part-time benefits eligible employment 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

Nursing Assistant | Long Term Care | PRN

$19.75 - $26 / hour
Location: Avera Mary House Worker Type: PRN 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. $19.75 - $26.00 Position Highlights Pay scale $21.00 - $26.00/hr Varied shifts as needed; PRN Position Highlights 💡 Position Highlights 🎓 No Experience? No Problem! Paid training + certification costs covered ❤️ Job Satisfaction: Build meaningful relationships with residents and families 💵 Caregiver career path and learn as you earn 🕒 Work Schedule 🌞 Day Shift: Variable; can discuss during an interview 📅 Every other weekend & holiday ⏳ This position PRN, which means it does not have benefits, but is an excellent opportunity for students or as a second job for adults! 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

ED RN

Location: Cresco, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift (United States of America) Join Our Team! At Regional Health Services, we strive to create a positive, team-oriented work environment for our staff. Our professional team of clinical, administrative, and support staff work each day to better serve and care for our community. If you would like to join us on our mission, apply today! Position Highlights POSITION SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to provide general nursing care and leadership, working collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary team members. The R.N. will promote and restore patient’s health as they prescribe, provide, delegate, evaluate and coordinate comprehensive professional nursing care through the use of the nursing process for patients of all ages, gender, cultures, and background; provide physical and psycho-social support to patients, friends, and families. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Registered nursing degree from a nursing school. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa. BLS (CPR) required or obtained within 3 months of hire. ACLS, PALS, NRP Certified within 1 year (required within 3 months for ER RN) NRP not required for Surgical RN-Advanced For specialization to Emergency room completion of TNCC.
Avera Health

MedSurg RN

Location: Cresco, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America) Join Our Team! At Regional Health Services, we strive to create a positive, team-oriented work environment for our staff. Our professional team of clinical, administrative, and support staff work each day to better serve and care for our community. If you would like to join us on our mission, apply today! Position Highlights POSITION SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to provide general nursing care and leadership, working collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary team members. The R.N. will promote and restore patient’s health as they prescribe, provide, delegate, evaluate and coordinate comprehensive professional nursing care through the use of the nursing process for patients of all ages, gender, cultures, and background; provide physical and psycho-social support to patients, friends, and families. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Registered nursing degree from a nursing school. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa. BLS (CPR) required or obtained within 3 months of hire. ACLS, PALS, NRP Certified within 1 year. NRP not required for Surgical RN-Advanced For specialization to Emergency room completion of TNCC.
Avera Health

Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Spencer Clinic

$22 - $40.75 / hour
Location: Avera Spencer 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. $22.00 - $40.75 Position Highlights 8-5 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 Provides for the delivery of professional nursing care under the direction of the provider. 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, and taking vitals. 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: 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 .
Avera Health

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)|GHC Nursing Home

$19.75 - $26 / hour
Location: Avera Rosebud Country Care Center 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. $19.75 - $26.00 Position Highlights 48 hours per 2 weeks - 8 hour rotating Day/Evening/Night (6:30a-3p; 3-11p; 11p-7a) including every other weekend/holiday 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Surgery

$32.50 - $48.50 / hour
Location: Avera St Anthony's Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $32.50 - $48.50 Position Highlights Hours : 8hr day shift with varying start times; call/weekend rotation; 72hrs/2wks 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. 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. 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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Nursing Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Long Term Care

$19.75 - $27.50 / hour
Location: Avera Creighton Care Center Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Afternoon Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $19.75 - $27.50 Position Highlights Hours : 1:45pm-10:15pm; Every other weekend/holiday, 80hrs/2wks **May be eligible for $2,500 sign on bonus! 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. 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) | Short Stay Unit (PRN)

$32.50 - $48.50 / hour
Location: Avera McKennan Hospital 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. $32.50 - $48.50 Position Highlights PRN - 12H Day/Night Rotating 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Behavioral Health Child Unit

$32.50 - $48.50 / hour
Location: Avera Behavioral Health Sioux Falls Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Evening and Night Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $32.50 - $48.50 Position Highlights Schedule: Evenings and Nights with rotating Weekends and Holidays This RN position may be eligible for a Sign On Bonus up to $15,000 Nurses with 3+ years of experience - Every 3rd weekend, Every other holiday Nurses with < 3 yrs – Every other weekend, Every other holiday 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 adolescent 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, 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 Adolescent program is a 40 bed unit Child program is a 14 bed unit Opportunity to meet 70+ coworkers Opportunity to change lives of both Adolescents and Children Self-Scheduling program 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. 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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Nursing Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Long Term Care

$19.75 - $26 / hour
Location: Avera St Benedict Nursing Home Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Afternoon Shift (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 24hrs/2wks- Varied Shifts, including every third weekend and holiday. 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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Dialysis Technician or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Dialysis

$19.75 - $33.75 / hour
Location: Avera Dialysis-Milbank Worker Type: Regular 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. $19.75 - $33.75 Position Highlights May be eligible for $2000-$4000 sign on bonus! 5am-5pm; 72hrs/2wks- Monday, Wednesday, Friday with occasional weekend and holiday. 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 Performs tasks contributing to performance of maintenance dialysis for patients with end stage renal disease, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. All facility staff must meet the personnel qualifications and demonstrated competencies necessary to serve collectively the comprehensive complex needs of the dialysis patient. Identifies intradialytic comorbidities and monitors patient and equipment alarms during treatment. What you will do Understands water room equipment operation and function; completes testing and follows up appropriately on abnormal results and completes required documentation. Completes dialysis treatments, initiation and discontinuation from internal accesses, monitoring of vascular access function and appropriately reports signs of stenosis, occlusion or infection to RN. Assembles and prepares necessary treatment supplies, rinses and primes dialyzer and attaches and installs all required tubing according to unit procedure. Test and set parameters according to dialysis prescription. Monitors equipment for safe and proper functioning, respond to alarms, and make appropriate adjustments; including blood flow rates and fluid removal rates Completes accurate documentation of dialysis access and patient treatment. Observes patient during treatments, notifies RN of any adverse reactions. Responds to dialysis –related emergencies, immediately seeking assistance from RN. Provides technical assistance to nurses and readily follows direction from nurses for hemodialysis treatments. Participates in collaboration with patients, family, physicians, other nursing staff and all ancillary departments. 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: High School or GED Equivalent Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) - Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC) within 1-1/2 Yrs or Certified Hemodialysis Technologist/Technician (CHT) - Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology (BONENT) within 1-1/2 Yrs Dialysis experience or healthcare 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. 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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Flex Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Long Term Care

$35 - $50 / hour
Location: Avera Sunrise Manor Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: As Needed (United States of America) Position Highlights 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 Must work 72 hours in a 6-week schedule (equates to 624 hours annually, not to exceed 1248 hours in a 12-month period) Must work 6 weekend shifts (Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday) per year One year of RN/LPN experience required upon hire. Pay Flex LPN flat rate: $35.00 per hour. Flex RN flat rate: $50.00 per hour RN Job Summary: Delivers nursing care by developing a nursing diagnosis; establishing nursing care objectives; defining nursing interventions; providing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to residents, families, and friends to understand residents conditions, medications, and self-care skills; noting changing conditions and needs; re-evaluating care objectives. RN Requirements: Registered Nurse (RN) - 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 Performs a focused nursing assessment including gathering and recording assessment data, observing, monitoring, and reporting signs, symptoms, and changes in a patient's condition in an ongoing manner to the RN or supervising health care provider. Is accountable for all patients assigned in accordance with established policies and procedures and within the scope of practice. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department. What you will do Practices nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician, or other health care provider authorized by the state. 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. 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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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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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) | Short Stay Unit

$32.50 - $48.50 / hour
Location: Avera McKennan Hospital Worker Type: Regular 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. $32.50 - $48.50 Position Highlights Varied Shifts; 72hrs/2wks This position may be eligible for a Sign On Bonus up to $15,000! 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. 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) | Behavioral Health Unit

$24 - $48.50 / hour
Location: Avera St Luke's Hospital 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. $24.50 - $48.50 Position Highlights 🧠 Why Behavioral Health? Behavioral health is one of the most rewarding and impactful specialties in healthcare. It’s where you build deep connections, develop advanced communication skills, and become part of a team that supports healing, dignity, and hope. 💡 What Makes Our Unit Special? 🛏️ Brand-new 18-bed unit 🤝 Collaborative care model – work side-by-side with doctors, nurses, behavioral health techs, counselors, and social workers 🧑‍⚕️ Opportunities for career advancement 📚 Student-friendly environment – ideal for those exploring psych nursing or pursuing advanced degrees in mental health counseling or social work 🕒 Flexible scheduling with opportunities for alternative shifts – perfect for students, parents, or anyone needing work-life balance Registered Nurse May be eligible for a $20,000 Sign On Bonus Pay Range $33.50 - $48.00 - The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. Licensed Practical Nurse Certification/License An active license in the state of practice May be eligible for a $7,500 Sign On Bonus Pay Range $24.00 - 33.25 - The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. 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. 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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Home Health RN (RN - Home Health)

Location: Le Mars, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America) Floyd Valley Healthcare is proud to offer a positive and fulfilling work environment that supports a healthy work-life balance. We understand that our employees have choices, and we strive to be an employer of choice for our team. Position Highlights Be a part of the team at Floyd Valley Healthcare in our Home Health Department! $5000 SIGN-ON/RETENTION BONUS! Floyd Valley Healthcare in Le Mars, IA has a full-time position (40 hours per week) in our Home Health Department for a Registered Nurse (RN). Floyd Valley offers a positive culture that supports a healthy work-life balance. Our Mission is to be a progressive healthcare partner serving with compassion, integrity and excellence. Home Health RN Responsibilities: Responsible for providing skilled-nursing care to patients with a wide range of diagnoses in their homes. In addition be able to promote health and wellness. Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. On call every 4-5 weeks Requirements: Licensed as a registered nurse (RN), in Iowa and/or meets the requirements of multi-state licensure required. ACLS/BLS a plus; certification is required as an employee. Mandatory Reporter training certificate a plus; certification is required as an employee. Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. We are proud to offer: Student Debt Program IPERS Retirement Medical, Dental and Vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Short-term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance Fitness Center Paid Time Off Competitive pay based on experience About Floyd Valley Healthcare: Floyd Valley Healthcare is a 25-bed critical access hospital and is located in Le Mars, Iowa home of "The Ice Cream Capital of the World!" Floyd Valley Healthcare has had a rich history of serving the healthcare needs of people in Le Mars, Iowa and the surrounding communities. Today Floyd Valley includes the hospital, family medicine clinics in Le Mars, Marcus and Remsen, and public health. We serve people in their homes through home health and home medical services. Floyd Valley Healthcare is licensed by the State of Iowa, affiliated with the Avera System of Sioux Falls, South Dakota and is a member of the Iowa and American Hospital Associations. Background check is required. FVH participates in E-Verify. EOE F/M/V/D/SO
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical Surgical Unit

$34.50 - $51.50 / hour
Location: Avera Tyler Hospital 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. $34.50 - $51.50 Position Highlights 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 Casual/As needed. Casual employees must work a minimum of 1 shift per 6 week mod, without creating overtime. Must have availability to work all shifts including weekends and nights. hours are: 6:45 am - 7:15 pm and/or 6:45 pm - 7:15 am 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 .
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Behavioral Health Adolescent Unit

$32.50 - $48.50 / 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. $32.50 - $48.50 Position Highlights *This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus of up to $15,000* Nurses with 3+ years of experience - Every 3rd weekend, Every other holiday Nurses with < 3 yrs – Every other weekend, Every other holiday Why is Behavioral Health important? The Avera Behavioral Health Adolescent & Child Unit 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 adolescent ages 13 to 17 years old as well as their families. Has a passion helping patients with conditions such as Addiction, Anxiety Disorders, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and Depression 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. Position Highlights: Adolescent program is expanding to 40 unit Child unit is a 14 bed unit Adolescent Residential is a 8 bed unit Opportunity to meet 70+ coworkers Opportunity to change lives of both Adolescent and Children 1 RN for 7-8 patient ratio Self-scheduling program 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. 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) | Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic

$27.75 - $41.25 / hour
Location: Avera Pediatric Specialists 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 may be eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus 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 .