IDD Facility Nurse (RN) or (LPN) - PRN

RHA Health Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Employee assistance and wellbeing

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking an on-site IDD Facility Nurse (RN or LPN) for PRN regular type in La Grange, NC. You will provide holistic nursing oversight, monitor health needs, and support individuals with IDD, mental health, and related challenges.

The role requires an active nursing license and strong communication skills to collaborate with the IDT, families, and healthcare providers. Benefits include PTO, health insurance, and 401(k) offerings.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license required.
• CPR certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Strong communication with interdisciplinary team and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with IDD.
• Observe, assess, and evaluate health needs.
• Deliver health-related training to unlicensed personnel.
• Educate individuals on health monitoring and medication administration.
• Administer medications or assist self-administration.
• Schedule and maintain preventive medical appointments.
• Conduct medication closet assessments.
• Perform quality assurance on health tasks.
• Collect and document health data.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments.
• Monitor for abnormal findings and report to physicians.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacies, and IDT.
• Advocate for individuals and develop community supports.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Task prioritization

CPR certification

Education

LPN or RN program

Job description

We are hiring for: IDD Facility Nurse (RN) or (LPN) - PRN 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.

Bear Creek ICF - Children & Adults
Location: La Grange, NC (On-Site)
Compensation: $30 - $38 an hour (depending on role and experience)
Schedule: PRN

Position Overview

As an LPN or RN with RHA, you will have the opportunity to practice holistic nursing while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. In this role, you will provide healthcare oversight and monitoring for the individuals we support, promoting their overall health, independence, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
• Observe, assess, and evaluate the health needs of the individuals we support
• Deliver health-related training to unlicensed personnel
• Educate individuals on how to monitor their own health and, when appropriate, provide medication administration training
• Administer medications and treatments, or assist individuals with self-administration
• Ensure preventative and routine medical appointments are scheduled and maintained
• Conduct medication closet assessments
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure unlicensed personnel are completing assigned health-related tasks accurately
• Collect and document health-related data
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments
• Monitor for and report abnormal findings to physicians in a timely manner
• Collaborate and communicate with physicians, pharmacies, medical suppliers, and the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT)
• Advocate for individuals and assist in developing community supports to promote optimal health and independence

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited License Practical Nursing (LPN) OR Registered Nurse (RN) program
• Active, unrestricted nursing license
• Strong communication skills with interdisciplinary team members, individuals served, and their families
• Ability to work independently, stay organized, and effectively prioritize tasks
• Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance at 90 days of hire
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programs (physical, emotional, and financial)
• Early wage access through Payactiv
• Employee discount and perks program
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including CPR and First Aid certification

Note: Benefits are not applicable to contract or contingent workers.

Additional Benefits and Perks

• 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

Pre-employment Screening

• Complete criminal background Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and 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.

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. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support.

We share our passion, and there is a place for you at RHA Health Services. From inpatient care to community-based services, from in-home support to facilities of all sizes, RHA offers a range of settings where you can apply your unique skillset. Many of our employees also experience opportunities for career growth and continued education. 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.

To learn more, visit rhahealth.org or email us at [e-mail]. RHA Health Services - Where Compassion Meets Career.