
Registered Nurse (IDD RN) - Day Shift
Job Description
We are hiring for:
Registered Nurse (IDD RN) - Day ShiftType:
RegularIf 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: Milledgeville, GA region
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $38/hr+ (based on credentials and experience)
Incentives: $5,000 sign-on bonus available. No relocation packaged offered.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
**This is an office-based position that supports our group home operations and requires routine visits to our residential homes. It is ideal for nurses seeking a more structured and steady-paced environment outside of traditional fast-paced hospital or SNF settings. Candidates with prior IDD and case management experience are strongly encouraged to apply.**
Job Responsibilities:
Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care and services to persons with disabilities by performing the following duties:
Assists professional staff in delivering quality nursing services to persons supported.
Performs medications storage assessment. Removes expired medications from circulation and access.
Takes historical information and records persons' supported vital signs.
Observes person's supported mannerisms and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment as needed.
Advocates for individuals with IDD
Participates as a part of the interdisciplinary team for the people we support
Excellent listening and communication skills, can pick up on nonverbal communication and is eager to provide quality services.
Job Requirements:
New graduates are encouraged and welcome to apply
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, with a minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
Graduate from an accredited nursing program
Valid state RN license
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
Ability to lift between 20 and 50 pounds and provide CPR after certification
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
Flexible scheduling options are available.
Ability to remain calm in crisis situations
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.