Licensed Practical Nurse (IDD LPN) - Days

RHA Health Services, LLC; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings

Wellbeing Programs

Training: CPR/First Aid

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (IDD LPN) for daytime, full-time work in Georgia. The role runs 7am–7pm with a 7am–7pm schedule and pays $32/hr, with no sign-on bonus or relocation package.

Responsibilities include holistic care for individuals with IDD, data collection, coordination of preventive care, documentation, and on-site clinic support. CPR and LPN license required, with strong teamwork and independence.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Observe, assist with gathering health related data, and report the health needs 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 trainings 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.

Skills

Effective communication

Independence

Organization

Task prioritization

CPR certification

Education

LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

We are hiring for: Licensed Practical Nurse (IDD LPN) - Days Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term) - Employment Type: Full-time - Compensation: $32/hr - Incentives: No sign-on bonus available. No relocation packaged offered. - Schedule: 7am - 7pm.

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 or 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 trainings 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.

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.

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

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. 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.

We want you to join our team of compassionate professionals. To learn more, visit rhahealth.org or email us at [e-mail]. RHA Health Services – Where Compassion Meets Career.