Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN

We are hiring for: Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN 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! Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care and services to persons with disabilities in residential homes and/or vocational centers at a single business location. Relies on knowledge, experience, and judgment to accomplish tasks in combination with clinical supervision from the registered nurse and direction from the Registered Nurse and/or Administrator. Requires graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program and current LPN license with no restrictions to practice nursing. RHA is Looking for an IDD Licensed Practical Nurse to Join our Team!!!!!! Pay: Starting at $35.00/hour based on experience Sign on Bonus: $2,000 Monday - Friday 8a - 5p 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 Job Requirements 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 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 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.

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Why Should You Apply? Ability to help others and make a difference Ability to join a team of dedicated caregivers, where you will be a valued member of a care team, enabling people RHA supports identify and achieve personal goals, experience, meaningful days, participated in the community, and live more independently. 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. 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 program Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial Chronic Disease management programs forhypertension 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr RHA Health Services, LLC