Nurse Practitioner

This Family Medicine position at Avera Health is open to nurse practitioner candidates.

Nurse Practitioners are among the fastest-growing healthcare professions, with expanding scope of practice in many states and strong demand for telehealth and primary care roles.

Nationally, Family Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $265k, with the typical range spanning $200k to $340k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This position is based in Redfield, South Dakota.

South Dakota has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a nurse practitioner earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Care, Medical Management, Interdisciplinary Management, Counseling, Clinical Procedures, Teaching, Communication, Confidentiality. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Family Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Nurse Practitioner provides care and medical management to inpatients and outpatients, including conducting admissions, progress notes, and discharge summaries. They also assist in technical and surgical procedures and provide patient counseling on preventative care and medical issues.

Benefits package: Relocation Assistance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.