Career Opportunities

Bowdle Healthcare Center has many challenging and rewarding positions available.

Career Opportunities

Bowdle Healthcare Center has many challenging and rewarding positions available.

We offer health, dental, vision, and 6% matching retirement through the SDRS.

Please contact Kayla Hartwell at 605-285-8308 or email kayla.hartwell@bowdlehc.com for more information.

To apply, please download and fill out this application. Submit to Kayla.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Activity Aide assists the Activity Coordinator in providing meaningful activities designed to meet the interests, physical, spiritual, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident, and reports residents’ progress to Activity Coordinator. The Activity Aide will ensure the safety and overall well-being of all residents.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Eighth grade education or equivalent
License/Certification: None upon hire, must attain CNA certification within 3 months of employment.
Experience: None required. Experience in a recreation setting preferred.

Personal Specifications: Must have a basic understanding of the needs of the ill elderly and have an empathetic approach to illness. Must have a willingness and an aptitude for working with a variety of people. Must have a basic knowledge of a variety of activities. Must exhibit the ability to give instruction to others and to lead. Must exhibit a spirit of cooperation and have a pleasant, friendly personality.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Must have understanding of and experience in emergency medical services and all competencies required of EMT.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide one to one activities and sensory stimulation with passive non-alert and passive alert residents, confused residents, and residents who prefer not to participate in group activities.

2. Leads group activities as directed by the Activity Coordinator. Assist in planning activities when requested. Performs other tasks within the activity department as directed by the Activity Coordinator.

3. Provides coverage of the activity department when the Activity Coordinator is absent.

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide care for patients at the scene of an incident and while taking patients by ambulance to a hospital. An EMT has the skills to assess a patient’s condition and to manage respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED. Must have completed the state approved EMT program and completed the certification exam in order to obtain licensure in the state of South Dakota. Must acquire CPR certification

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Must have understanding of and experience in emergency medical services and all competencies required of EMT.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide basic life support to patient before and while they are being transported to hospital.

2. Determine appropriate care to be provided after evaluating patient’s condition.

3. Provide medical aid such as AED, CPR, spinal precautions, ventilation, control severe bleeding, prevent shock, bandaging wounds, etc., to stabilize patient’s condition.

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Overview

Role: Food Service Worker
Schedule:
This position is an evening position (3-hour dietary aide shifts) with possibly of moving to full-time and/or cross training.

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate about positively impacting the communities we serve. If you share our commitment to excellence and enhancing customer and resident experiences, join us and make a difference!

Available Benefits for All Employees:

  • Free Telemedicine*
  • Free Prescription Discount Program
  • Free Employee Assistance Programs
  • Get paid when you need it with PNC EarnedIt
  • Financial Wellness Support from PNC Workplace Banking
  • Hands-on-Training & Support

Career Development
Additional benefits may vary by location and eligibility. Additional benefits may include vacation, holiday, and sick pay, as well as medical, dental, vision, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and other voluntary insurance products. Ask your interviewer for details.

*Not available in AR.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads.
  • Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes.
  • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and dining areas.
  • Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.

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Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus available for full time!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supervises planning and administration of all nursing care working directly with assigned nursing staff in the provision and maintenance of high quality patient care. Responsible for organizing and managing the shift, guiding and supervising the nursing staff and assisting the Director of Nursing with administrative and personnel functions, assuming responsibility for the nursing service department in her absence. Maintains confidentiality of information regarding residents, families, health care personnel and Bowdle HealthCare Center.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

License/Certification: Current RN license from South Dakota State Board of Nursing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Assume full responsibility for management of the nursing unit, working jointly with Director of Nursing to plan nursing care policies, procedures, and standards of patient care- making appropriate recommendations for improvement of health care in the facility.
  2. Assist Director of Nursing with performance evaluation for nursing staff, especially new staff prior to completion of probationary period. Provides documentation for Director of Nursing regarding needed counseling or disciplinary action making effective recommendations.
  3. Provides leadership and direction of nursing service personnel for professional orientation, growth, and development. Inspires team work on all shifts.

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$15,000 sign-on bonus available for full time position!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supervises planning and administration of all nursing care working directly with assigned nursing staff in the provision and maintenance of high-quality resident care. Responsible for organizing and managing the shift, guiding and supervising the nursing staff and assisting the Director of Nursing with administrative and personnel functions, assuming responsibility for the nursing service department in her absence. Maintains confidentiality of information regarding residents, families, health care personnel, and Bowdle HealthCare Center. Will ensure the safety and overall well-being of all residents.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

License/Certification: Current RN or LPN license from South Dakota State Board of Nursing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Assume full responsibility for management of the nursing unit, working jointly with Director of Nursing to plan nursing care policies, procedures, and standards of resident care – making appropriate recommendations for improvement of health care.
  2. Assist Director of Nursing with performance evaluation for nursing staff, especially new staff prior to completion of probationary period. Provides documentation for Director of Nursing regarding needed counseling or disciplinary action making effective recommendations.
  3. Provides leadership and direction of nursing service personnel for professional orientation, growth, and development. Inspires team work on all shifts.

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REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience

• Working knowledge of English grammar, spelling and usage is required

• Excellent, positive interpersonal/communication skills

• Ability to read/write

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Self-motivated efficient work habits

• Work well in a team

• Provide positive customer service

• Subject to many interruptions

• Frequent exposure to a variety of elements including cleaning supplies

• Exposure to patient with various ailments and from various socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Understand and adapts service techniques based on patient age and cultural background.

Certification and Licensure

• South Dakota certification and licensed as EMT-P
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Pay starting at $33.00/hour, with more given for years of experience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Organizes and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy programs with Bowdle Healthcare Center and its outreach services to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part; helps the patient develop or restore function and achieve maximum level of independence while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited school of physical therapy.

License/Certification: Current South Dakota Physical Therapist license.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Evaluates patient needs and develops realistic and appropriate short and long-term goals; discusses evaluation results and goals with patients, family, primary medical provider and other concerned persons as appropriate.
  2. Demonstrates ability to assess a clinical situation from various perspectives, considers alternatives and choose an appropriate course of action.
  3. Demonstrates creativity, skill and efficiency in planning, designing and implementing treatment programs, including home programs, for patients with all types of disabilities and multiple medical problems.

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Interested? Contact Kayla Hartwell at 605-285-8308 or email kayla.hartwell@bowdlehc.com.