LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse

RHA Health Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee discount program

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Wellbeing programs

Free CPR, first aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide professional health care to individuals with IDD and mental health challenges. You will perform nursing assessments, support staff, and participate in person-centered plans to help people reach their full potential.

Responsibilities include administering medications, coordinating appointments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Valid state Licensed Practical Nurse certification.
• Experience with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide health-related training to staff and people supported.
• Provide routine nursing assessments and monitor health needs.
• Help schedule preventative and routine medical appointments.
• Act as part of the person-centered planning team to support goals.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Communication skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Job Title and Type

We are hiring for: LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse Type: Regular If 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! To provide professional care to service users, aimed at preventing disease and maintaining good health care.

Education, Licensure, and Experience

Education, Licensure, and Experience required for the position include: Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program

Pay

Payrate: $32.00

Job Responsibilities

You will provide health-related training to the staff and people supported, provide routine nursing assessments, assist with ensuring preventative and routine medical appointments are scheduled, and be an active participant in each individual’s person-centered plan to help them reach their fullest potential. You will interact with staff at the RHA office as well as in the residential homes.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assists RN and professional staff in delivering quality nursing services to persons supported.
• Administers specified medications.
• Removes expired medications from circulation and access.
• Takes historical information and records persons' supported vital signs.
• Observes person's supported mannerisms and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment as needed.
• Advocates for individuals with IDD.
• Participates as an intricate part of the interdisciplinary team for the people we support.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program
• Valid state Licensed Practical Nurse certification
• Experience working with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities preferred
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
• Ability to lift between 20 and 50 pounds and provide CPR after certification
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Ability to remain calm in crisis situations

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.

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.

RHA Health Services – Where Compassion Meets Career.