Brookings Health System

06/02/2026

🩺 The National Center for Health Statistics reports that over 5 million people in the United States suffer from a hernia, yet only about 15% of them seek treatment for the condition.

June is National Hernia Awareness Month. A hernia occurs when an organ or fatty tissue pushes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or connective tissue. This condition often affects the abdominal wall but can occur in other parts of the body as well. Common symptoms include:

🟪 A noticeable lump or bulge in the affected area, such as the abdomen or groin.
🟪 Pain, discomfort, or soreness, especially when bending over, coughing, or lifting heavy objects.
🟪 A feeling of weakness, heaviness, or pressure in the abdomen.
🟪 Burning or aching sensations at the site of the bulge.
🟪 In severe cases, symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and difficulty passing stools or gas may indicate a strangulated hernia, which requires immediate medical attention.

If you think you have a hernia, the general surgeons at Brookings Health can help repair your condition and give you relief. Find a physician who can help you at our website: https://www.brookingshealth.org/services/general-surgery

06/01/2026

We are proud to again sponsor Brookings High School HOSA students who have qualified for the International Leadership Conference in Indianapolis later this month!

⭐️ Lauren Bortnem + Amelia Wendell will compete in the Community Awareness competition.
⭐️ Maddie Jongeling will compete in the Home Health Aide event.
⭐️ Lia Olson will compete in the Extemporaneous Writing – Health Policy event.

Sponsoring the students aligns with Brookings Health’s vision to invest in tomorrow’s healthcare workforce.

Read more about the students' accomplishments on our website: https://www.brookingshealth.org/news-events/news/brookings-health-sponsors-four-hosa-students-compete-international-leadership

06/01/2026

💜 Help patients regain strength, confidence and independence with a therapy career at Brookings Health System!

We’re currently hiring:
🗣️ Speech-Language Pathologist
💪 Physical Therapist — with a $15,000 sign-on bonus!

Join an award-winning rural healthcare system where therapists work collaboratively to provide personalized care for patients recovering from injury, illness, surgery and more. From inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation to home health support, your work will make a meaningful impact every day.

Why join Brookings Health?
✨ Competitive pay & excellent benefits
✨ South Dakota Retirement
✨ Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
✨ Collaborative, patient-centered team environment
✨ Opportunities for professional growth
✨ Work close to home in a supportive community

If you’re passionate about helping patients improve mobility, communication and quality of life, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4dwVrrL

05/30/2026

Today Brookings Health launched a new patient portal, MyChart, as we convert to a new electronic health record. Current patients and new patients will need to create a new account on or after May 30 at https://www.brookingshealth.org/mychart. With the new portal, patients can:

✅ Connect care visits and medical history with multiple providers, including Brookings Health, Avera and Sanford.
✅ Schedule primary care appointments.
✅ Manage care for family members.
✅ ...and more!

We ask for patience and understanding while our team navigates this transition. Learn more at https://www.brookingshealth.org/patients-visitors/patient-center/mychart.

05/29/2026

📣 We want to share an important update about an upcoming system change designed to improve your experience with us.

Starting May 30, Brookings Health and Avera Medical Group Brookings will transition to a new electronic health record (EHR) and billing system. 💻

What this means for you:
🔹 Visits that take place before May 30 will remain in our current system
🔹 Visits on or after May 30 will be recorded in our new system

Because of this transition:
💳 You may receive two separate billing statements—one for visits before May 30 and one for visits after
💳 Payments will also be processed through two different systems, depending on the date of service

We understand this is a change, and we’re here to help make the process as smooth as possible. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.

Thank you for your understanding and for trusting with your care! 💜💚

05/29/2026

💜 Make a difference close to home with a nursing career at Brookings Health System!

We’re currently hiring compassionate Registered Nurses for:
🏡 Home Health & Hospice – PT or PRN
❤️ Long-Term Care at The Neighborhoods at Brookview - FT

Whether you’re helping patients heal in the comfort of home or building meaningful relationships with long-term care residents, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to high-quality, personalized care.

Brookings Health offers:
✨ Competitive pay
✨ Excellent benefits
✨ South Dakota Retirement
✨ Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
✨ Supportive team culture
✨ Opportunities to grow your career locally

Join an award-winning rural health system where patients and residents are treated like family.

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4udrDr8

05/27/2026

Save the date! Help us and Team Isaac

SAVE THE DATE for Team Isaac's 13th Annual Memorial Golf Tournament! ⛳️

*tourney info and shirt orders coming soon!

05/27/2026

🩺 Looking for a flexible healthcare opportunity where your skills make a difference? Join Brookings Health System as a PRN Sonographer!

We’re seeking a compassionate and skilled ultrasound professional to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging while helping care for patients close to home. This PRN role offers flexibility while allowing you to be part of an award-winning rural healthcare team. 💜

✨ Position Highlights:
• PRN/flexible scheduling
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Advanced imaging technology
• Supportive team environment
• Meaningful patient connections every day

If you’re ARDMS registered and passionate about patient care, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today: https://bit.ly/3PPTYoy

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. 🇺🇸

At Brookings Health, we are proud to care for veterans in our community through our participation in the We Honor Veterans program, recognizing their service with dignity, compassion, and gratitude — especially through our Hospice care services.

Today, we reflect on the courage and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes and extend our deepest appreciation to all who have served and their families.