Nurse (RN or LPN) - Night Shift

About the role

We are hiring for a Nurse (RN or LPN) - Night Shift position at RHA Health Services. This is a Regular employment type with a compensation range of $32 - $38 per hour. The position is located at Riverbend ICF - Children & Adults in New Bern, NC.

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
• Schedule and maintain preventative and routine medical appointments
• 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee assistance and wellbeing programs, early wage access through Payactiv, employee discount and perks program, ongoing training and professional development opportunities, and chronic disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees).

Pay & Schedule

• $32 - $38 per hour (depending on role and experience)
• Sign-on bonus ranging $3,000 - $6,000 (depending on schedule status)
• No relocation package offered
• Schedule: 6:30pm - 7:00am

Benefits

• Applicable to full-time employees only
• Includes: Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programs, Early Wage Access through Payactiv, Employee Perks and Discount Program, Training Opportunities, Chronic Disease Management Programs, and Wellness Programs.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to regularly lift and carry up to 30 lbs. and occasionally pull at least 50 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).

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.