Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - IV Therapy - Dialysis

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:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!
• Options for Free Health Insurance!
• Student Loan Repayment: This RN 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.

Job Summary

• The Licensed Practical Nurse in the Dialysis Unit assists with providing hemodialysis treatments for assigned patients utilizing the nursing process within the scope of practice for an LPN. 
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in such a way as to demonstrate and support the hospital's Catholic and Benedictine heritage and Avera’s values of hospitality, compassion and stewardship. 
• Provides care/service in accordance with regulatory and accrediting agencies standards and Catholic Religious Directives.  

Education and/or Experience

• Graduate of a licensed practical nursing curriculum or its equivalent is preferred.
• Prefer 6-12 months experience on Med-Surg Unit.
• 6 months-1 year of experience is preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Must have current LPN licensure in the state of SD or “multi-state privilege” to practice in SD if residing in a compact state outside of SD
• BLS certification within 60 days of hire

Work Schedule

• Day shifts; 72 hours every 2 weeks
  • 4:30 am - 5:00 pm, 5:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Every 3rd weekend (Every 3rd Saturday. Sundays off)
  • Occasional holiday (Two holidays/year are required)

Pay

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

• $22.75 - $31.50 per hour