Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Specialty Clinic Float

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Retirement matching up to 5%

Mentorship and training

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Avera McKennan in Sioux Falls is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver professional nursing care under the provider's supervision. You will administer medications, assist with procedures, and coordinate patient care in a busy clinic.

This onsite role requires strong communication, accurate charting, and the ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining compassionate patient interactions. PTO is offered from day 1 and retirement matching is available.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in the state of practice.
• Ability to perform general nursing care and administer medications.
• Effective communication with patients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care under the provider's direction.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per standards.
• Coordinates patient care activities in the clinic.
• Prepares equipment and assists providers during procedures.
• Observes and reports patient condition and responses to treatment.

Skills

Patient care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Location:Plaza 4-Sioux FallsWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$22.50 - $31.50Position HighlightsYou Belong at AveraBe 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 OverviewProvides for the delivery of professional nursing care under the direction of the provider.What you will doPerforms 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 QualificationsThe 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 HireExpectations and StandardsCommitment 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 SomeAvera 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 retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera 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].