IDD Facility Nurse (RN) or (LPN) - PRN
La Grange, North Carolina
You'll give nursing care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Posted Oct 15
- Unit and setting
- Bear Creek ICF · Intermediate Care Facility Bear Creek ICF - Children & AdultsChildren and adults
- License
- RN or LPN licenseActive, unrestricted nursing license
- Term
- Per Diem Schedule: PRNPRN, as needed
Do you qualify?
- License
- Active, unrestricted nursing license
- Certification
- Current CPR certification, or willingness to obtain it Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification
- Education
- Graduate of an accredited LPN or RN program Graduate of an accredited License Practical Nursing (LPN) OR Registered Nurse (RN) program
- Also asks
- Strong communication skills with team, individuals served and families Strong communication skills with interdisciplinary team members, individuals served, and their families
- Also asks
- Works independently, stays organized and prioritizes tasks Ability to work independently, stay organized, and effectively prioritize tasks
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- Below most North Carolina PRN postingsNorth Carolina PRN postings that state pay run $30/hr to $55/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $48/hr, across 282 postings.
- Eligibility
- Benefits are for eligible full-time employees RHA Health Services offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, including:
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental and vision insurance starting at 90 days of hireMedical, dental, and vision insurance at 90 days of hire
- BenefitsPaid time off, full-time employees onlyPaid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Benefits401(k) retirement savings plan401(k) retirement savings plan
- BenefitsEarly wage access through PayactivEarly wage access through Payactiv
- BenefitsEmployee discount and perks programEmployee discount and perks program
- BenefitsEmployee assistance and wellbeing programsEmployee assistance and wellbeing programs (physical, emotional, and financial)
More benefits (7)
- BenefitsTraining, including CPR and First Aid certificationOngoing training and professional development opportunities, including CPR and First Aid certification
- BenefitsChronic disease programs for hypertension and diabetes, for qualifying employeesChronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time employees only)
- Employee assistance and wellbeing programs (physical, emotional, financial)
- Payactiv early wage access
- Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- Administer medications and treatments, or help people self-administer Administer medications and treatments, or assist individuals with self-administration
- Day to day
- Teach people to monitor their own health and give their own medications Educate individuals on how to monitor their own health and, when appropriate, provide medication administration training
- Day to day
- Train unlicensed staff in health-related tasks Deliver health-related training to unlicensed personnel
- Day to day
- Audit unlicensed staff's health tasks for accuracy Perform quality assurance checks to ensure unlicensed personnel are completing assigned health-related tasks accurately
- Day to day
- Assess medication closets Conduct medication closet assessments
- Day to day
- Keep preventive and routine medical appointments scheduled Ensure preventative and routine medical appointments are scheduled and maintained
- Day to day
- Report abnormal findings to physicians promptly Monitor for and report abnormal findings to physicians in a timely manner
- Day to day
- Coordinate with physicians, pharmacies, medical suppliers and the IDT Collaborate and communicate with physicians, pharmacies, medical suppliers, and the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT)
- Hours stated
- PRN
- Details
- Contract and contingent workers get no benefits Note: Benefits are not applicable to contract or contingent workers.
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
Original listing
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We are hiring for
IDD Facility Nurse (RN) or (LPN) - PRN 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! Bear Creek ICF - Children & Adults Location: La Grange, NC (On-Site)
Compensation
$30 - $38 an hour (depending on role and experience)
Schedule
PRN
Position Overview
As an LPN or RN with RHA, you will have the opportunity to practice holistic nursing while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. In this role, you will provide healthcare oversight and monitoring for the individuals we support, promoting their overall health, independence, and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) Observe, assess, and evaluate the health needs of the individuals we support Deliver health-related training to unlicensed personnel Educate individuals on how to monitor their own health and, when appropriate, provide medication administration training Administer medications and treatments, or assist individuals with self-administration Ensure preventative and routine medical appointments are scheduled and maintained Conduct medication closet assessments Perform quality assurance checks to ensure unlicensed personnel are completing assigned health-related tasks accurately Collect and document health-related data Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments Monitor for and report abnormal findings to physicians in a timely manner Collaborate and communicate with physicians, pharmacies, medical suppliers, and the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) Advocate for individuals and assist in developing community supports to promote optimal health and independence Qualifications Graduate of an accredited License Practical Nursing (LPN) OR Registered Nurse (RN) program Active, unrestricted nursing license Strong communication skills with interdisciplinary team members, individuals served, and their families Ability to work independently, stay organized, and effectively prioritize tasks Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification
Compensation & Benefits
RHA Health Services offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, including: Competitive compensation Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, dental, and vision insurance at 90 days of hire 401(k) retirement savings plan Employee assistance and wellbeing programs (physical, emotional, and financial) Early wage access through Payactiv Employee discount and perks program Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including CPR and First Aid certification Note: Benefits are not applicable to contract or contingent workers.
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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 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.
What's around it?
La Grange, NC
Living costs about 6% below the US average