Facility Based Crisis Nurse (LPN)

RHA Health Services, LLC; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Discount program for employees

Paid Time Off

Health insurance (full-time)

401(k) retirement savings

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking a Facility Based Crisis Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing assessments, medications oversight, and direct care for clients at a crisis center. The role emphasizes adherence to Nurse Practice Act standards and organizational policies to ensure high-quality care.

The position requires active LPN licensure in the employment state, and while two years of behavioral health experience is preferred, candidates with relevant clinical skills and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Active and current LPN licensure in the state of employment.
• 2 years’ experience with behavioral health clients preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and automotive insurance required.
• Pre-employment screening and credentialing per position requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments and medications oversight and administration.
• Ensure compliance with nursing standards, HIPAA, and regulatory requirements.
• Support supervisory duties: interviewing, hiring recommendations, and training.

Skills

LPN licensure

Behavioral health

Education

LPN licensure

Job description

We are hiring for:Facility Based Crisis Nurse (LPN)Type:RegularIf 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, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!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. This 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.Multiple Shifts AvailableJob ResponsibilitiesPerforming Nursing assessments and interventions with medications oversight and administration as needed.Reporting client’s social, psychological and physical behavior as indicatedImplementing and ensuring compliance with standards of nursing practice that promote optimal health care delivery and meet regulatory requirementsImplementing policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance with Confidentiality regulations, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), national accreditation agency and Continuous Quality Improvement, attending applicable meetings as necessaryUsing state guidelines, Quality Assurance Plan and Client Rights Policy, ensuring that clinical operations comply with state regulations and update plans and policies as necessarySupervisory 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 problemsRequirementsActive and current LPN Licensure in state of employment2 years’ experience as a nurse working with behavioral health clients, preferredWorking 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 methodsValid driver’s license and automotive insurance requiredPre-employment screening:Complete criminal backgroundName checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)Drug testingEducation 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.We offer the following 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 programWellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and FinancialChronic 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 benefitsEEO 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.If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.