Licensed Practical Nurse (IDD LPN) - Days
Location: Murfreesboro, TN (On-Site) | Employment Type: Full-time
About the role
Join our team at RHA Health Services and make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and those facing mental health and substance use challenges. This is a satisfying and fun opportunity for a positive and personable individual.
Responsibilities
- Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Assist the Registered Nurse in delivering quality nursing services to persons supported
- Provide health-related training to unlicensed personnel
- Administer medications and treatments or assist the person supported with medication administration
- Assist with ensuring preventative and routine medical appointments are scheduled
- Conduct medication closet assessments
- Collect health-related data
- 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
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program
- Current nursing license with no restrictions to practice nursing
- Current CPR Certification or eligibility to obtain certification
- Ability to communicate effectively with Interdisciplinary Team Members, the people supported, and their families
- Ability to work independently, be organized, and prioritize work tasks
Pre-employment screening includes: criminal background check, registry checks (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities), drug testing, education verification, and credentialing based on position requirements. Proof of employment history or references may be required. If driving is required for providing transportation, proof of driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle is necessary.
Pay
$30.42 per hour
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 6am - 10pm. Work 3 days per week (2-16hr shifts, 1-8hr shift) in rotation.
Benefits
- Payactiv: Early access to earned wages before payday
- Employee perks and discount program: Savings on various services and products
- Paid Time Off: Available for full-time employees
- Health/Insurance: Available for full-time employees
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing support
- Chronic Disease Management Programs: For hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
Note: Contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for the above benefits.