Registered Nurse (IDD RN) - Regional
About The Position
We are hiring for: Registered Nurse (IDD RN) - Regional Type: Regular If 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! Performs Registered Nurse (RN) duties for a specific unit, and oversees nurses in additional units. The Regional Nurse assists in monitoring performance, providing direction, training, and leadership to the nurses in the units within their region. The Regional Nurse assists the Vice President of Nursing in interpreting company policies and regulations to all nursing personnel and assures compliance as well as analyzes and evaluates nursing and related services rendered to improve quality of care and to best utilize staff and abilities. Provides oversight and general nursing care and services to persons with disabilities. Location: Applicants must reside out of either the Knoxville or Chattanooga, TN regions. Travel: Required up to 50% Current regional coverage includes Knoxville and travel to Chattanooga every other week, supporting Supported Living services. Employment Type: Full-time Compensation: $72,000.00 Incentives: No sign-on bonus offered. No relocation packaged offered. Schedule: Standard hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (may vary based on business needs)
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience, preferably in long-term care, skilled nursing, developmental disabilities, behavioral health, or other healthcare settings.
- Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to travel regularly to assigned service locations.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Previous administrative, supervisory, case management, or clinical oversight experience preferred.
- Experience with quality assurance, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, survey readiness, or accreditation processes preferred.
- Experience providing education and training to healthcare staff is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Voluntary Insurance plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Telemedicine and Pharmacy benefits
- Health Advocate services to assist with navigating healthcare needs
- Free diabetic medications and supplies (eligible plans)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Comprehensive wellness program with health coaching and wellness incentives
- Annual health screenings
- Discounted medical premiums for tobacco-free employees
- Free CPR, First Aid, and job-specific training
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within RHA Health Services
- 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!
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
