Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical Assistant (MA) | Cardiology Clinic

Avera Health; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan repayment

PTO from day 1

Retirement match

Mentorship program

Job summary

Avera Health is seeking a Registered Nurse, LPN, or Medical Assistant for a full-time clinic position in Aberdeen. The team supports cardiovascular care with a focus on patient-first outcomes and efficient clinic flow.

The role offers a day shift, competitive hourly pay, a sign-on bonus, and additional benefits including potential student loan repayment. Avera emphasizes mentorship and career development within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required on hire according to state board.
• One of the following: CCMA (NHA) with MA diploma; CCMA (NHA) with 1 year experience; CMA (AAMA); RMA (AMT).
• All certifications must be active upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs general nursing care and administers medications per standards.
• Assists provider during procedures and examinations; maintains patient flow.
• Observes and reports patient condition and responses to treatments.
• Manages appointment scheduling and triage based on patient needs.
• Greets patients, collects history, vitals, and nursing assessments; documents in chart.

Education

RN license

CCMA / CMA / RMA certifications

Job description

Location:

Avera Medical Group Cardiovascular Specialists Aberdeen

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

$20.00 - $41.25

Position Highlights

Registered Nurse / LPN / Medical Assistant – Clinic Opportunity

Full-time position

Cardiology Clinic

Supportive team

Sign-On Bonus Available!

• Registered Nurse: Eligible for up to $10,000 sign‑on
• LPN / Medical Assistant: Eligible for up to $5,000 sign‑on

Additional Benefit

• Student Loan Repayment (LPN):
  LPNs may qualify for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program. Avera contributes $167 per month (up to $10,000) directly toward your loan principal to help you pay down debt faster.

Work Schedule

• Day Shift: Monday–Friday
• 72 hours per two weeks (Full-Time)

LPN Position Details

-Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides professional nursing care under the direction and supervision of the provider, delivering safe and effective patient care.

Required Licensure

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  Active license with the applicable Board of Nursing required upon hire

Medical Assistant Position Details

-Job Summary

The Medical Assistant performs clinical and clerical duties to support patient care in the clinic, following established standards, competencies, and best practices.

Required Education / Certification

One of the following is required:

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Healthcareer Association (NHA) with MA diploma
• CCMA (NHA) with one year of experience
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)

*All certifications must be active upon hire.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

• RN: $27.25 - $40.75
• LPN: $22.00 -$31.00
• MA: $19.50 - $27.50

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 effective 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 [e-mail].