Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 2nd Shift

RHA Health Services, LLC; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv: early access to earned wages

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off (FT)

Health/Insurance (FT)

401(k)

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the 2nd shift at the Humboldt, TN on-site facility. The role supports individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, under RN supervision, with medication administration and health-related training.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited LPN program, current unrestricted nursing license, CPR certification, and strong communication; ability to work independently and prioritize tasks is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program.
• Current nursing license with no restrictions to practice nursing.
• Current CPR Certification or eligibility to obtain certification.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist the Registered Nurse in delivering quality nursing services to persons supported
• Provide health related training to unlicensed personnel
• Administer medications and treatments or assist the person supported with medication administration
• Assist with ensuring preventative and routine medical appointments are scheduled
• Conduct medication closest assessments
• Collect health related data
• 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

LPN license

CPR certification

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse program

State nursing license

Job description

Position

We are hiring for: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 2nd Shift Type: Regular

Location and Schedule

Hunter Ridge - Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) Location: Humboldt, TN (On-Site)

Employment Type: Full-time Compensation: $30.42 Incentives: No sign-on bonus offered. No relocation packaged offered. Schedule: Monday - Friday,4pm - 12am

Job Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities


• Assist the Registered Nurse in delivering quality nursing services to persons supported


• Provide health related training to unlicensed personnel


• Administer medications and treatments or assist the person supported with medication administration


• Assist with ensuring preventative and routine medical appointments are scheduled


• Conduct medication closest assessments


• Collect health related data


• 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

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program


• Current nursing license with no restrictions to practice nursing.


• Current CPR Certification or eligibility to obtain certification


• 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

Physical requirements

• Physical requirements include: ability to regularly lift 20 pounds.


• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.


• Must be able to pull a minimum of 25 pounds.


• Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop.


• Must be able to regularly stand and walk.


• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level.


• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.


• Must be able to communicate.

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.

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.

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.

RHA Health Services – Where Compassion Meets Career.