Provide holistic nursing care and coordinate medical services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include conducting medication pass observations, documenting care, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to promote optimal health.
Requirements summary
Requires graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program and a current, unrestricted LPN license. Candidates must hold or be eligible for CPR certification and meet specific physical requirements for lifting and mobility.
professional certificateQuality AssurancePatient AdvocacyMedication AdministrationPatient MonitoringStaff TrainingCPRCare CoordinationMedical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CommunicationHolistic Nursing Care
Job description
We are hiring for
Licensed
Practical
Nurse (LPN) -
Dayshift
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!
Location:
Hendersonville,
NC (On-Site)
Employment
Type:
Full-time
Compensation: $32/hr
Incentives: A $3,000 sign-on bonus is being offered. No relocation packaged offered.
This is an office-based position that supports our group home operations and it is required to visit our group homes. It is ideal for nurses seeking a more structured, steady pace outside of traditional fast-paced, hospital and SNF settings. **
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. #HPNURSE 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.
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Program
Wellbeing Programs
Employee Perks And Discount Program
Chronic Disease Management Programs
Free CPR Training
First Aid Training
Job-Specific Training
Payactiv Early Access To Wages
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 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 are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today. Candidate Account Help - Forget Login? Learn more about working at RHA Health Services At RHA Health Services, the people we serve and support are at the very center of everything we do. 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. 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. To learn more, visit rhahealth.org or email us at careers@rhanet.org. RHA Health Services – Where Compassion Meets Career.
