PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (IDD LPN) - Days

RHA Health Services, LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Paid Time Off (PT0)

Health/Insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Wellbeing Programs

CPR/First aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a PRN Licensed Practical Nurse for day shifts in Rome, GA. The role provides holistic nursing care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group home setting, coordinating medical care and reporting health needs to the RN.

Must hold an active LPN license, CPR certification, and meet state credentialing requirements. The position requires effective communication with the interdisciplinary team and families, 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.
• Credentials required by Federal or State law.
• Must communicate effectively with Interdisciplinary Team Members, as well as the people supported and their families.
• Must be able to work independently, be organized, and prioritize work tasks.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Observe, assist with gathering health data, and report health needs to the RN.
• 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 to ensure staff competency.
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure tasks are performed according to state regulations.
• Observe for and report abnormal health 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 health.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Communication

Independent work

Organized

Prioritization

Education

Graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program

Job description

We are hiring for:PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (IDD LPN) - DaysType: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!Please note: PRN associates who are extended an offer must be able to complete a required two-week new hire orientation, held Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please apply only if you are able to attend and complete this mandatory training.Location: Rome, GA (onsite, group home setting)Employment Type: PRN (as needed, minimum of 2 shifts a month)Compensation: $32/hrIncentives: No sign on bonus. No relocation packaged offered.Schedule: 7am - 7pm, rotating weekends offMax Patient Caseload: 4 totalJob Responsibilities:Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesObserve, assist with gathering health related data, and report the health needs or the people we support to the registered nurseCoordinate preventative and routine medical care for people supportedDocument nursing care providedAssist physicians with on-site medical clinics where applicableProvide health related trainings to unlicensed personnel according to state regulationsConduct medication pass observations in the home to ensure staff competency according to state regulationsConduct medication closest assessmentsPerform quality assurance checks and observations to ensure unlicensed personnel are performing health related tasks as assigned according to state regulationsObserve for and report any abnormal health related findings to the physicianCommunicate with physicians, pharmacies, medical suppliers, and the Interdisciplinary TeamAdvocate for the people supported and assist with developing community supports to promote optimal health for the people supportedQualifications: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 lawMust 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 agePhysical 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 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 benefitsPre-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.