Eureka Community Health Services Avera & Clinic

10/31/2025

We are getting into the Halloween spirit here with a pumpkin decorating contest.

If you see a pumpkin you like give it a 👍🏼!

10/01/2025

Direct To Consumer Health Screening

The Direct to Consumer Health Screening will be Wednesday October 15th, from 7:00am-12:00pm at the Eureka Community Health Services laboratory.

The Direct to Consumer Lab Test program consists of blood being drawn for a General Health Panel. The panel includes:

· CBC (Complete Blood Count) – Determines your general health status including: anemia, infection, or inflammation. Includes Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, White and Red Blood Cell Count, Platelets, and Red Cell Indices.

· CMP (Comprehensive Metabolic Panel) – Determines your general health status, evaluates the body’s electrolyte balance and the status of several major organ systems. Includes Glucose, BUN, Creatinine, Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Albumin, Bilirubin, Calcium, Carbon Dioxide, Alkaline Phosphatase, Protein, ALT, AST.

· Lipid Panel - Assesses the risk of cardiovascular disease. Includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), Triglycerides, LDH (bad cholesterol).

· TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) – Evaluates thyroid gland function.

For the most accurate results, you should have nothing to eat or drink (except water) for 10-12 hours prior to testing.

We are also offering an optional ABO RH Blood Type test

A copy of your results will be available to you on your Avera MyChart online following the blood draw. You can also request a paper copy to be mailed to you. The consumer will be responsible for sharing the results with the provider of their choice.

There is a fee payable the day of testing. Please call the number below to ask about charges for this testing. Charges will not be submitted to insurance or Medicare.

Appointments are required and can be made by calling Eureka Community Health Services 8am to 5pm M-F at 284-2661.

09/25/2025

The Avera Eureka Health Care Center is hiring.

PRN Dietary Aide for the Avera Eureka Health Care Center. Competitive salary and home-like atmosphere. Apply online at www.avera.org/careers/ or call Keith Roberts at 284-2145 for more information.



PRN Cook for the Avera Eureka Health Care Center. Competitive salary and home-like atmosphere. Apply online at www.avera.org/careers/ or call Keith Roberts at 284-2145 for more information

09/25/2025

See our dates for walk-in flu shot clinic next month.

09/23/2025

Help wanted: Physical Therapist Assistant – Critical Access Hospital, outpatient services, long-term care and local school services

Location: Eureka Community Health Services Avera, Eureka SD

Position Type: Full-time

Shift: 8-hour days, mainly M-F, occasional weekend and/or holiday

Eureka Community Health Services Avera, a dedicated Critical Access Hospital committed to rural healthcare excellence, is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our interdisciplinary rehab team. The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide high-quality, evidence-based rehabilitative care to patients and residents across the lifespan.

Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program. Current and unrestricted PTA license in state of SD. BLS certification. New graduates welcome. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a rural healthcare environment.

Work in a supportive, patient-focused environment in a rural hospital setting. Make a meaningful impact in the lives of community members. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

Work-life balance in a close-knit healthcare team.

Apply at Avera.org/careers, Eureka Community Health Services Avera. Contact Carie Kappes at 605-284-2661 or carie.kappes@avera.org.

09/02/2025

‼️Update: Phones are back up and running.

Beginning at 3:30pm today, our facility will experience a phone outage for up to one hour. If you have an emergency, call 911. We will post an update when phones are back up and running. If you need to reach a provider, utilize your health portal.

09/02/2025

It’s homecoming week in Eureka! We hope all students have a safe and fun homecoming week.

Homecoming Week 2025

09/02/2025

Good luck to our North Central Thunder!

🏐💥THUNDER VOLLEYBALL GAME DAY💥🏐
The Thunder ladies hit the court for another HOME GAME tonight! Come on out to cheer on our Thunder as they take on the Mustangs! Following the varsity game, there will be a burning of the E out at the football field parking lot! Let's kick off our Eureka Homecoming week the right way!

📅 Tuesday, September 2
📍 Eureka
🆚 South Border
⏰ 6th/7th grade 3:30 PM
8th 4:15 PM
C 5:00 PM
JV 6:30 PM
V 7:45 PM
**rolling schedule
🎥 https://fan.hudl.com/usa/sd/roscoe/organization/129681/north-central-co-op-high-school

🏐SD SportScene
🏐605 Sports

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08/27/2025

Call today to schedule!

08/11/2025

Help wanted: Registered Nurse (RN) – Critical Access Hospital and Emergency Room.
Location: Eureka Community Health Services Avera, Eureka SD
Position Type: Full-time, part-time or PRN
Shift: Nights, every 3rd weekend, every 3rd holiday
Eureka Community Health Services Avera is a designated Critical Access Hospital serving our rural community with compassionate, high-quality care. Our dedicated staff provide essential emergency, outpatient and inpatient services, ensuring our patients receive excellent care close to home.
We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Department and inpatient care team. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, rural hospital setting and is ready to provide exceptional, patient-centered care across multiple departments.
Qualifications: Current RN license for SD or compact. BLS, ALS, TNCC, PALS certified or become certified within one year of employment. Strong critical thinking skills. Ability to move from one task to another quickly.
We offer competitive salary and shift differentials. Health, Dental and vision insurance. Retirement plan with employer match. Supportive team and leadership. Be able to do meaningful work in a close-knit rural community.
Our facility was built new in 2019. It needs to be seen to be appreciated. For questions or to schedule a site visit before applying contact Carie Kappes, Director Patient Care Services, 605-284-2661 or carie.kappes@avera.org.

To apply:

Location: Eureka, SD Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America) Eureka Community Health Services Avera is proud to offer a positive and fulfilling work environment. Our facility is currently seeking to find qualified individuals to joi...

08/11/2025

Reminder ‼️
All students entering Kindergarten and 6th grade need required vaccinations for SD school entry, according to SD Codified Law 13-28-7.1

Call 605.284.2621 to schedule a vaccination appointment before school starts!