IDD Nurse (LPN)

RHA Health Services, LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking an IDD Nurse (LPN) to provide holistic nursing care in residential/vocational settings under RN supervision. You will administer medications, assist with care plans, and coordinate health services to people with IDD and mental health challenges.

The role requires an active LPN license, CPR certification, and strong teamwork skills to support individuals and their families. On-site positions and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program.
• Current nursing license with no restrictions to practice nursing.
• Current CPR Certification or eligible to obtain certification.
• Strong communication with interdisciplinary team and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with IDD.
• Assist the RN in delivering quality nursing services.
• Administer medications and treatments or assist with administration.
• Assist with scheduling preventive and routine medical appointments.
• Document health data and report abnormal findings to the physician.
• Communicate with physicians, pharmacies, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Advocate for people supported and help develop community supports.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Patient advocacy

CPR certification

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job description

We are hiring for:IDD 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!Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care and services to persons with disabilities in residential homes and/or vocational centers at a single business location. Relies on knowledge, experience, and judgment to accomplish tasks in combination with clinical supervision from the registered nurse and direction from the Registered Nurse and/or Administrator.Job Responsibilities:Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesAssist the Registered Nurse in delivering quality nursing services to persons supportedProvide health related training to unlicensed personnelAdminister medications and treatments or assist the person supported with medication administrationAssist with ensuring preventative and routine medical appointments are scheduledConduct medication closest assessmentsCollect health related dataObserve for and report any abnormal health related findings to the physicianCommunicate with physicians, pharmacies, medical suppliers, and the Interdisciplinary TeamAdvocate for the people supported and assist with developing community supports to promote optimal health for the people supportedPosition Requirements:Graduation from an accredited licensed nurse programCurrent nursing license with no restrictions to practice nursing.Current CPR Certification or eligibility to obtain certificationMust be able to communicate effectively with Interdisciplinary Team Members, as well as the people supported and their familiesMust be able to work independently, be organized, and possess the ability to prioritize work tasksPhysical requirements to perform essential functions of the job included:Regular required to lift 20 lbs.Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.Must be able to pull minimum of 25 lbs.Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop.Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Required to regularly stand and walk.Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing and lifting.Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.Why Should You Apply?Ability to help others and make a differenceAbility to join a team of dedicated caregivers, where you will be a valued member of a care team, enabling people RHA supports identify and achieve personal goals, experience, meaningful days, participated in the community, and live more independently.On-the-job training will be provided to learn more about the health needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.#RHANURSEPre-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.