Life Adjustment Program Nurse - LPN or RN

Hilltop Community Resources • Grand Junction, CO

6d • $27 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

Hilltop Community Resources is a multi-faceted non-profit organization dedicated to serving the community. We are a vibrant collection of creative and driven individuals committed to the betterment of Western Colorado. For 75 years, Hilltop has provided resources and support to people of all ages and stages of life, guided by our core values. We prioritize a healthy and happy workplace culture, believing that work can be fulfilling and fun. This position offers opportunities for growth, connection, and team building within a culture of purpose and belonging. The role is responsible for providing nursing services and case management to residents in accordance with their scope of practice under their Registered Nurse (RN) license or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.

Requirements

• Current Licensure in good standing as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Colorado or Current Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Colorado
• 2 years of related work experience required.
• CPR Certificate/First Aid Certificate (required)
• Hilltop Criminal Background Check reran every 5 years
• CBI Records Check
• Sex Offender Registry
• Driving Record
• Colorado Adult Protective Services Background Check (CAPS)
• Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) Check
• Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion List
• Tuberculosis (Tb) Skin Test
• N95 Mask Fit Test
• Influenza Vaccination
• Any other required vaccination

Nice To Haves

• De-Escalation Training (preferred)
• Hilltop’s Transportation Certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior aligned with Hilltop’s Life Adjustment Program (LAP) values (Service 1: how we treat residents, Service 2: how we treat each other) by setting boundaries, being predictable, consistent, kind, and transparent.
• Act as a leader by taking ownership of the program, quality of care, and commitment to the betterment and growth of BI Services. This includes offering solutions, developing processes, promoting communication, supporting staff-to-management communication, prioritizing tasks, representing the area at leadership meetings, and actively participating in problem resolution.
• Provide nursing care to residents in the Life Adjustment Program per the Nurse Practice Act, physician orders, and individual program rules and regulations.
• Conduct initial Nursing Assessments, including physical, psychological, psychosocial, and environmental aspects on each new resident upon entry into the Program, per regulations.
• Coordinate resident care with physicians, families, members of the interdisciplinary team, and other involved agencies.
• Document all care provisions and concerns accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide education and instruction to residents and their caregivers, working within the guidelines of licensure, certification, and regulatory agencies to promote physical and emotional health in their home environments.
• Provide in-service education to staff on various topics as needs arise.
• Update residents’ families or caregivers on residents’ progress, equipment needs, and health needs.
• Assume responsibility for the delegation of nursing tasks to other healthcare workers and for the supervision of delegated tasks.
• Collaborate and assist with other programs in the organization to provide support to residents and staff as needed.
• Participate in the on-call duty rotation.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• The starting wage range for this role is The LPN starting wage range is $27.00-$28.35 per hour. The RN starting wage is $35.00-$36.75 per hour.
• Full benefits package available
• Part-time and full-time schedules that can fit your needs.
• Professional and personal development opportunities for all employees
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community and lives of others

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level