Description

Job title

LPN

Reports to

Nurse Manager

Have you heard? Resources for Human Development (RHD) is hiring!

$3000.00 Sign on Bonus Available!

• of approved amount paid at successful completion of 90 days employment, of approved amount paid at 180 days of successful employment*
• The sign on bonuses pro-rated for Part Time positions being filled. (i.e. 20 hrs/week =50% of the above)
• On Call staff who take a full-time position are eligible for the above

Our ideal candidate is values oriented, service driven, and not just looking for their next job, but a career.

Is that you?

How Will You Make An Impact

RHD is seeking one full time 3pm-11pm LPN and several part time/on-call LPN's for 7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm shifts to work with women who have substance use treatment needs along with overlapping medical, familial and mental health needs. This position will allow the unique opportunity to work with women during the entire process from assessment through withdrawal management, treatment, and transition to stable housing and would be perfect for candidates passionate about nursing in a community setting (outside of a hospital), building relationships, addressing homelessness, and harm reduction.

What We Offer

• PTO
• Free Virtual Fitness Classes
• Scholarship and Tuition Programs
• Starting rate of $29.83 per hour
• SIGN ON BONUS of $3,000 now available!

Essential Duties and Functions

• Provide primary medical care to individuals needing detoxification services
• Provide daily medication monitoring and medical services to all residents in the program in addition to individual consultation and programming to support the resident's overall wellness
• Build relationships with the program's contracted pharmacy and outside medical providers and assist the women with connecting to primary care providers and other needed medical services and medication assisted treatment in the community
  • Additional duties include:
    • Supervising client submission of urine for analysis
    • Individual dialogue and intervention about health issues
    • Participation in weekly clinical rounds and case consultations
    • Tracking and ordering medication refills and completing documentation in a SOAP note format
• The nurse will be responsible for making independent decisions and problem solving medical challenges with limited direction from others during their shift.

Qualifications

• Active License as a Practical Nurse in the state of PA
• Valid driver's license
• Act 33/34 clearance and FBI clearance as needed

Appropriate candidates will be compassionate, caring and enthusiastic about our mission, and will possess the desire to interact with individuals creatively through modeling, teaching, assisting, and listening. Willilngness to support the development of this pilot project is needed and ability to support the trauma informed culture and interact with everyone in a respectful and gentle way is a must. Additionally, willingness to work with individuals on medication assisted treatment and support women in all stages of recovery is required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Physical requirements

Lifting Requirements

• Medium: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Reporting Relationships

• Direct Supervisor: Nurse Manager

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.

If the position being applied to reports out of Philadelphia PA:

RHD employees working in programs within the City of Philadelphia are required to provide proof of Covid vaccination. If not fully vaccinated, they must receive at least one shot in a two -dose series or a single dose in a one-dose series before beginning in-person shifts. Final doses must be received within 8 weeks of hire.

RHD's vaccine requirements for the Corporate Office located at 4700 Wissahickon Avenue; Suite 126, Building A. Philadelphia, PA:

The Corporate Office is not a service location. Therefore, RHD has determined that vaccinations are not required to work out of or to visit the office. As a reminder and as stated in prior communication, vaccinations are required for those who visit or work in Philadelphia programs and/or service locations.