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Sign-on bonus

Posted Nov 3

License
RN licenseActive Registered Nurse (RN) license in Delaware
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Delaware Check your license
License
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, vehicle registration, and insurance
Education
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Also asks
Ability to successfully complete required background screenings
Also asks
Ability to travel regularly throughout assigned service areas
Also asks
Knowledge of nursing practices, medication administration, and healthcare documentation
Also asks
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Also asks
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations

Preferred

Experience
Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) Preferred: Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
Experience
Experience in community-based, residential, behavioral health, or long-term care settings Preferred: Experience in community-based, residential, behavioral health, or long-term care settings
Experience
Experience participating in interdisciplinary treatment planning and person-centered services Preferred: Experience participating in interdisciplinary treatment planning and person-centered services
Also asks
Knowledge of Delaware Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDDS) regulations and Medicaid Waiver services Preferred: Knowledge of Delaware Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDDS) regulations and Medicaid Waiver services

What it pays

Against similar roles
Below most Delaware staff postingsDelaware staff postings that state pay run $59k/yr to $112k/yr, the middle half $70k/yr to $99k/yr, across 107 postings.
Sign-on bonus
$2,000

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Referral program
  • 401(k)
  • Paid training
  • Employee assistance program
  • Vision insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

The workplace

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Resources for Human Development
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Help People Live Healthier, More Independent Lives

Registered Nurse (RN)

  • Delaware
  • Full-Time
  • $70,000 Annual Salary + $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Resources for Human Development (RHD) , we believe every person deserves access to quality healthcare, meaningful support, and the opportunity to live as independently as possible.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) team. In this role, you will provide clinical oversight and nursing services to individuals residing in community-based residential programs throughout Delaware .

If you are a skilled nurse who values person-centered care, collaboration, advocacy, and helping others achieve their best quality of life, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact while building a rewarding career.

About Resources for Human Development

For more than 50 years, Resources for Human Development (RHD) has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals in reaching their goals and living healthy, fulfilling lives.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Benefits

  • $70,000 Annual Salary + $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • DailyPay - Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

  • Continuing Education Opportunities
  • Professional Development Programs
  • Leadership Development Opportunities
  • Career Advancement Paths
  • Supportive Clinical Team Environment
  • Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

  • Improve the Health and Well-Being of Individuals with IDD
  • Advocate for Quality, Person-Centered Care
  • Build Meaningful Relationships with Individuals and Families
  • Support Community Inclusion and Independence
  • Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

As a Registered Nurse (RN) , you will

  • Provide professional nursing services and clinical oversight to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities residing in community-based residential programs
  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care to support individual health and wellness goals
  • Administer medications, vaccines, and physician-ordered treatments in accordance with established nursing standards and protocols
  • Conduct routine health assessments, nursing visits, and follow-up evaluations
  • Collaborate with physicians, guardians, behavioral health professionals, residential staff, service coordinators, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with HIPAA, Medicaid Waiver, and agency requirements
  • Monitor medication administration practices and ensure safe healthcare procedures
  • Coordinate medical appointments, specialty referrals, and community healthcare services
  • Respond to medical concerns and emergencies as needed
  • Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and person-centered planning processes
  • Provide education and training to staff regarding health, wellness, nutrition, medication administration, and disease prevention
  • Travel throughout assigned service areas to support residential programs and ensure continuity of care

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are

✔ Compassionate

✔ Professional

✔ Detail-Oriented

✔ Dependable

✔ Collaborative

✔ Person-Centered

✔ Organized

✔ Committed to Quality Healthcare

Qualifications

Required

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Delaware
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, vehicle registration, and insurance
  • Ability to travel regularly throughout assigned service areas
  • Knowledge of nursing practices, medication administration, and healthcare documentation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
  • Ability to successfully complete required background screenings

Preferred

  • Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
  • Experience in community-based, residential, behavioral health, or long-term care settings
  • Knowledge of Delaware Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDDS) regulations and Medicaid Waiver services
  • Experience participating in interdisciplinary treatment planning and person-centered services

Schedule

  • Full-Time
  • Flexible schedule based on program and individual needs
  • On-call and emergency response responsibilities as needed
  • Travel required throughout Delaware service areas

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach as needed
  • Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to navigate residential, community, and office environments
  • Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Apply Today

Some jobs pay the bills. Some jobs build careers. This job changes lives.

If you're looking for meaningful work where your clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to quality care help individuals live healthier and more independent lives, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.

About Our Organization

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliated organizations provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

This commitment to equal opportunity extends to every aspect of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.

What's around it?

In Wilmington, DE

Wilmington, DEFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 3% above the US average

Median rent
$1,224/mo
Household income
$58,671/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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