Licensed Practical Nurse (IDD LPN) - Day Shift

RHA Health Services, LLC; Ackerson (NJ); On-site; USD 4,133,000 - 5,235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs

Free CPR and first aid training

Employee perks and discount program

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC in Sparta, NJ is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (IDD LPN) for the Day Shift. This onsite, full-time role offers $34/hr with a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a Monday–Friday schedule, 8:30am–4:30pm.

The LPN will provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, perform data collection, and support medical care planning with the team. Office-based work supports group homes and routine visits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited licensed nurse program.
• Current LPN license with no restrictions to practice nursing.
• Current CPR certification or eligible to certify for CPR.
• Must meet credentials required by Federal or State law.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Interdisciplinary Team and families.
• Ability to work independently, stay organized, and prioritize tasks.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with IDD.
• Observe and report health data to the RN.
• Coordinate preventative and routine medical care.
• Document nursing care provided.
• Assist physicians with on-site clinics.
• Provide health training to unlicensed staff.
• Conduct medication pass observations.
• Advocate for residents and coordinate community supports.

Skills

Communication skills

CPR certification

Independent work capability

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate of accredited LPN program

Job description

We are hiring for: Licensed Practical Nurse (IDD LPN) – Day Shift

Location: Sparta, NJ (onsite office based). Employment Type: Full-time. Compensation: $34/hr. Incentives: $3,000 sign-on bonus is being offered at this time. No relocation package offered. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm.

This position is office-based and supports our group home operations with routine visits to residential homes. It is ideal for nurses seeking a more structured and steady-paced environment outside of traditional fast-paced hospital or SNF settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Observe, assist with gathering health related data, and report the health needs of the people we support to the registered nurse
• Coordinate preventative and routine medical care for people supported
• Document nursing care provided
• Assist physicians with on-site medical clinics where applicable
• Provide health related training to unlicensed personnel according to state regulations
• Conduct medication pass observations in the home to ensure staff competency according to state regulations
• Conduct medication closest assessments
• Perform quality assurance checks and observations to ensure unlicensed personnel are performing health related tasks as assigned according to state regulations
• Observe for and report any abnormal health related findings to the physician
• Communicate with physicians, pharmacies, medical suppliers, and the Interdisciplinary Team
• Advocate for the people supported and assist with developing community supports to promote optimal health for the people supported

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program
• Current LPN license with no restrictions to practice nursing
• Current CPR Certification or eligibility to certify for CPR
• Possess credentials required by Federal or State law
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Interdisciplinary Team Members, as well as the people supported and their families
• Must be able to work independently, be organized, and possess the ability to prioritize work tasks
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to regularly lift and carry up to 20 lbs. and occasionally pull at least 40 lbs.
• Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop as part of regular job duties
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls
• Required to stand and walk for extended periods
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from floor level, which requires working on hands and knees, bending, standing, and lifting
• Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision
• Must be able to talk and hear. Exception – Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs: For these programs only, employees must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL). The requirement to talk and hear does not apply.

Benefits

• 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)
• 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.

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

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. If you share our passion, 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. We want you to join our team of compassionate professionals. To learn more, visit rhahealth.org or email us at [e-mail].