Facility Based Crisis Licensed Practical Nurse

RHA Health Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Perks and discounts

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Wellbeing programs

Training opportunities

Job summary

RHA Health Services is seeking a Facility Based Crisis Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide assessment, care, and treatment at our crisis center. The role follows nursing standards, HIPAA, and regulatory requirements while delivering compassionate consumer care.

Active LPN licensure is required in the state of employment; two years of behavioral health nursing are preferred. We offer Payactiv, health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active and current LPN Licensure in state of employment.
• 2 years' experience as a nurse working with behavioral health clients preferred.
• Knowledge of psychoactive substances, dependency and evidence-based treatment approaches.
• Valid driver’s license and automotive insurance.
• Pre-employment screening incl. background checks and credential verification.
• Driving duties may be required for client transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments and interventions with medication oversight and administration as needed.
• Report client social, psychological and physical behavior.
• Ensure standards of nursing practice and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Education

LPN licensure

Job description

Job Overview

We are hiring for a Facility Based Crisis Licensed Practical Nurse (Type: Regular). If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services. This role performs nursing functions and consumer care at a Facility Based Crisis Center, including assessment, care and treatment of clients at the facility; must adhere to standards of care as defined by the Nurse Practice Act and RHA. The position relies on knowledge, experience, and judgment with limited supervision and direction to provide quality services to crisis facility clients. This position requires an LPN. Two years' experience working with behavioral health clients is preferred. MSN preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments and interventions with medication oversight and administration as needed.
• Report client's social, psychological and physical behavior as indicated.
• Implement and ensure compliance with standards of nursing practice that promote optimal health care delivery and meet regulatory requirements.
• Implement policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance with confidentiality regulations, HIPAA, national accreditation agency and Continuous Quality Improvement, attending applicable meetings as necessary.
• Use state guidelines, Quality Assurance Plan and Client Rights Policy, ensuring that clinical operations comply with state regulations and update plans and policies as necessary.
• Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, making recommendations for hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding, motivating, disciplining and promoting team performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements

• Active and current LPN Licensure in state of employment.
• 2 years' experience as a nurse working with behavioral health clients, preferred.
• Working knowledge of psychoactive substance abuse, dependency and the principles and techniques based on best practices, commitment to the use of evidence based treatment and preventative methods.
• Valid driver's license and automotive insurance required.
• Pre-employment screening: complete criminal background check; name check in registries: OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities; drug testing; education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements; proof of employment history or references (if required).
• Positions that require driving: proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, if required for providing transportation for individuals.

Benefits to Employees

• Payactiv: early access to the money you've earned from hours you've already worked, before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money.
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only).
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only).
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees).
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities.
• Contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits.

EEO Statement

RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes. For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey. Throughout Georgia, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee, we provide high-quality care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. In North Carolina and Pennsylvania, we also provide behavioral health services to support people with mental health and substance use needs and provide services for those who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Since 1989, we have partnered with and celebrated people achieving their personal goals, building meaningful connections, experiencing positive outcomes in health and wellness, and more. RHA is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities and the Council on Quality and Leadership, and we are committed to providing the highest quality of care. At RHA, we believe we all deserve the chance to live our best possible lives. We want you to join our team of compassionate professionals. To learn more, visit rhahealth.org or email us at [e-mail].