Join the LPN Nursing team at Avera. Love Where You Work: Work at Avera where current employees rate their satisfaction at 94%. Join a team where the career opportunities are endless.
Culture: Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
You Belong at Avera: Competitive pay, free health insurance, and options for: Student Loan Repayment Program, sign-on bonuses, various shifts and career growth opportunities.
Avera is currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) looking to deliver the best possible nursing care in Avera's patient-focused settings. Position Highlights: - May be eligible for a $65,000 Sign-On Recruitment Package with 6-year commitment.
- Ask about our Relocation Bonus.
- 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.
- 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. We consider our team like a family, not just co-workers.
- Purpose: Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) play a vital role in the delivery of long-term care services and create a caring and joyful environment for his/her residents.
Job Summary - Under the direction of the Director of Patient Care and/or Director of Nursing/LTC Clinical Coordinator, the LPN is responsible for the planning and coordination of direct patient and resident care services.
- Serves as a core member of the interdisciplinary client care team.
- Has the necessary authority to assess, plan, evaluate and teach in patient/resident situations.
- Carries out administrative responsibilities as delegated by Director of Patient Care/Director of Nursing/LTC Clinical Coordinator.
Education/Experience - Graduate from an accredited school of nursing is required.
- Associate's Degree is required.
- 3-5 years of experience is required.
Licensure/Certification/Registration - Licensed as a LPN in the State of South Dakota and/or meeting the requirements of Multi-state licensure is required.
- Basic Life support (BLS) (Offered on-site) is required.
Required Departments (Must be willing to cross train to the departments listed below) Primary work location is based on desire and past work experience.
- Nursing Home/Long-Term Care (LTC)
- Medical Surgical/Emergency Department
Work Schedule - Hours: Day/Night Shift; 72 hours every 2 weeks
- 6:00 am - 6:30 pm, 6:00 pm - 6:30 am
- Every 3rd weekend
- Every 3rd holiday
- No call time
Pay The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
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