IDD Nurse (LPN)

IDD Nurse (LPN)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.Rate of Pay: $32.00REPORTS TO:Regional Nursing DirectorSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:This position has no supervisory responsibilities.Job 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 supportedMINIMUM 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 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.RHA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, prohibits discrimination based on the following protected categories: race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender, marital status, civil status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or disability.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 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.