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

Avera Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sioux Falls is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their compassionate team. The RN will be responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care, coordinating patient activities, and educating families. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

PTO from day 1

Free health insurance options

Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement

Career development through training and mentorship

Qualifications

• Ability to work specified hours and perform essential functions.
• Communicate effectively and understand speech and sounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients and families.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Educate patients and families about diagnostics and health maintenance.

Education

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Location: Avera Medical Group Nephrology - Sioux Falls

Worker Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

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

$22.00 - $40.75

Position Highlights

LPN - $22.00 - $31.00

RN - $27.25 - $40.75

Sign-on Bonus: May be eligible for a $3,000.00 sign-on bonus!

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

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

What you will do

1. Perform general nursing care to patients, administer prescribed medications and treatments, and coordinate patient care activities.
2. Prepare equipment and assist providers during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing.
3. Observe, record, and report patient conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments.
4. Oversee appointment scheduling, prioritize emergency cases, and maintain a timely patient flow.
5. Greet patients, prepare them for examinations, obtain health histories, take vitals, and conduct nursing assessments. Document all information accurately.
6. Respond promptly to patient calls with appropriate input from physicians.
7. Educate patients and families about diagnostics, medications, nutrition, and health maintenance.
8. Address patient care issues and complaints effectively.
9. Maintain exam rooms, ensure cleanliness, and manage supplies.
10. Label pathology specimens correctly, perform quality control, and keep records of lab tests.

Essential Qualifications

Ability to work the specified hours, perform essential functions with visual acuity, communicate effectively, and understand speech and sounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice, required upon hire.

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, and core values.
• Promote compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold standards of communication, attitude, responsiveness, and engagement (CARE).
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, ensuring a productive workflow.
• Comply with safety laws, regulations, and standards (CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, OSHA).

Benefits

Avera offers a wide range of benefits, including:

• PTO from day 1 for eligible hires.
• Free health insurance options for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development through training and mentorship.

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. For accommodations, contact 1-605-504-4444 or email [e-mail].