Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Behavioral Health Clinic

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, various shifts and career growth opportunities.

Avera is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN) in the Behavioral Health Clinic looking to deliver the best possible nursing care in Averas patient-focused settings.

Position Highlights:

• 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.
• Career Growth opportunities with the largest employer in South Dakota.
• Avera St. Marys Named Top 20 Rural Community Hospitals
• Learn more about the Avera St. Marys and Pierre community here!

Job Summary

• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides for the delivery of professional nursing care under the supervision of the provider.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Greet patients and prepare them for physical examinations.
• Obtain height/weight, blood pressure and medical history information.
• Observe, record and report patients condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to the provider.
• Instruct patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Educate patient and family about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness.

Education and/or Experience

• Graduate from a CCNE or NLN accredited nursing program is strongly preferred. Graduate from an approved nursing program is acceptable.
• One year of clinical practice preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of SD and/or meeting the requirements of multi-state licensure required.

Work Schedule

• Varied shifts; 40 hours 2 weeks
  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • One Saturday morning shift very 8-12 weeks

Pay

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

• $20.50 - $29.00 per hour

What Makes Avera Special?