Licensed Practical Nurse (BHI) - FT Overnight

RHA Health Services, LLC; Pipersville (PA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings

Wellbeing programs

Free CPR/first aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC in Pipersville, PA is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time overnight position at our group home. The role involves medication administration, supporting residents' recovery, and completing paperwork in a collaborative team.

You must have an accredited LPN program, current license, and ideally 2 years of behavioral health experience. We offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus, competitive pay, and benefits including PTO, health insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Current LPN license without restrictions
• Graduation from an accredited LPN program
• Two years' experience with behavioral health preferred
• HIPAA confidentiality awareness

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and monitor effects
• Document care and progress notes
• Perform nursing assessments and interventions
• Collaborate with the treatment team
• Maintain compliance with state regulations and policies

Skills

LPN license

Behavioral health knowledge

Strong communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse program

Job description

We are hiring for:Licensed Practical Nurse (BHI) - FT OvernightType: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!Location: Pipersville, PA (onsite - group home setting)Employment Type: Full-time, OvernightsCompensation: $31.50/hrIncentives: $1,000 sign on bonus. No relocation packaged offered.Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12am - 8amIf you want to make a difference in the life of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, consider working for our program. We are a group home that helps individuals meet their personal goals while working toward transition to a more independent living setting. Primary job duties include medication administration, support of individual's recovery journey through education and encouragement, and completing paperwork as assigned. Also work as a part of a comprehensive team dedicated to helping individuals in their unique recovery journey.Job ResponsibilitiesReports client’s social, psychological and physical behavior as indicated.Implements and ensures compliance with standards of nursing practice that promote optimal health care delivery and meet regulatory requirementsImplements policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance with Confidentiality regulations, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), national accreditation agency and Continuous Quality Improvement. Attend applicable meetings as necessary.Using state guidelines, Quality Assurance Plan and Client Rights Policy, ensures that clinical operations comply with state regulations and update plans and policies as necessary.Provides professional nursing care 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.Performs Nursing assessments and interventions with medication oversight and administration as neededDemonstrates proficiency in intervention techniques for both staff and clients in mediating problems or complaints; supervise clinical staffing, and provide other regular staff meetings and other venues for effective communication of information to staff and solicitation of staff ideas, concerns, and suggestions.Additional duties may be required of the LPN during staff vacancies or PTOPerform other duties as assigned by the Director.Our ideal Licensed Practical Nurse has excellent listening and communication skills, can pick up on nonverbal communication and is eager to work on nonstandard nursing assignments.Required Education/Experience/Certifications/LicensesGraduation from an accredited licensed nurse programCurrent LPN license with no restrictions to practice nursing.Two years' experience working with Behavioral Health Clients preferred, not requiredEssential Qualifications/SkillsWorking knowledge of the principles and techniques in the counseling of each client and/or effective delivery of community-based services. Knowledge of the dynamics of the disease of chemical dependency and its treatment. Knowledge of resources available in the community to support recovery.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.Ability to incorporate this knowledge into a training program for employees, assuring training and hours needed to attain certification.Emotional stability, maturity, warmth, openness and the ability to work effectively with a diverse, indigent population. More than five (5) years continuous sobriety and/or recovery from mood altering drugs, with active participation in recovery, if applicable.Knowledge of federal confidentiality laws so that client confidentiality is assured. Must have knowledge of Client Rights Policy and believe those rights must be considered at all times.Ability to speak and write effectively for the purpose of maintaining effective relations with the staff, clients and stakeholders and for marketing programs to clients and the community.Ability to perform duties physically and mentally without harm to self or others.Pre-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.