Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care

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.

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus! 

Position Highlights:

• This position may be eligible for up to $7,500!
• 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. 
• Avera Ranked 1st in Nation for Long-Term Care Resident Experience

Job Summary

• Conduct daily rounds and communicate to appropriate team members during shift.
• Contact physician and establish working relationship and initiates ongoing information exchange.
• Provide professional nursing care to residents, flexible to patient census and staffing needs.
• Administer routine medication including IV meds, charts and make decisions about the use of PRN medications.
• Notify physician and next-of-kin when there are any changes in resident's condition.

Licensure/Certification/Registration and Experience

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of SD.
• Participates in educational conferences and updates and maintains current professional clinical competency.
• Certificate must be maintained according to American Heart Association Standards.

Work Schedule

• Hours: Day/Night Shift; 72 hours every 2 weeks
  • 6:00am - 6:30pm, 6:00pm-6:30am
  • Every third weekend
  • Occasional holiday
  • No call time

Pay

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

• $25.25 - $36.50 per hour

What Makes Avera Special?