Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 available!

About the Organization

Hillcrest Family Services is a non-profit organization that assists adults and children in need of help. Every day, Hillcrest builds confidence in hundreds of people and families. We strive to be a leading provider in supporting brain health and wellness. Were a place where compassion is commonplace. Where our passion soars and faith restores.

About the Program

The Residential Care Facility (RCF) is a residential facility for adults who have a mental health diagnosis, that provides supervision in a safe, secure, and protected environment. The RCF offers the following services:

• 24 hour staffing and supervision
• Mental health support
• Medication management
• Social and community integration
• Physical and emotional health development
• Daily living skills education

Your Responsibilities

As a Nurse (RN or LPN), you will collaborate with members of the Residential Care Facility's nursing and administration team as well as with physicians/ARNP's. In addition, you will:

• Administer medications and document in the MAR
• Complete documentation within the client record
• Supervise medication aides with medication administration
• Assess residents for changes in medical/mental status in accordance with IBON and P&P. Follows up on medical/mental health concerns appropriately. Follow all steps in policy books when situations arise for same. Follows all joint commission, state, and HFS standards.
• Obtain vitals and lab specimens as ordered and complete treatments for clients
• Prepare and send paperwork for client appointments, LOAs, transfers, etc., as needed
• Communicate client care needs through shift report and make appointments, as necessary
• Assist with admission and discharge of clients and complete appropriate documentation

*We are hiring for all shifts: 1st Shift (7am-3pm), 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm), and 3rd Shift (11pm-7am).

What You Need

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current Iowa licensure in good standing pursuant to 655-Chapter 3
• At least one (1) year of prior experience working with persons with mental illness and other clients typically served at a Community Mental Health Center
• Knowledge on psychotropic medications, DSM-IV diagnosis, and co-occurring disorders
• Proficiency in time management and EHR documentation
• Demonstration of a professional commitment to providing services to medically underserved individuals
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position

Competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Staff development and training
• Additional shift differentials of up to $2.00/hour
• Signing bonus of up to $5,000 available

Additional Information

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job posting are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. A complete list of job duties may be requested at any time during the job application process. Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal background checks and drug screening. EEO Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled