Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ramapo Ridge Behavioral Health Hospital - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

JOB SUMMARY

Hourly Rate Range: $30.00 - $39.00  

 

When determining a base salary or hourly rate, several factors may be considered as applicable such as years of relevant experience, education, credentials.

 

Shift Differential: $3.90 

 

Weekend Differential: $2.00

 

Sign on Bonus: $5,000 

 

About Christian Health:We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are.

 

Why Join Our Team: Across our four campuses, eleven communities, five service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers.

 

When you join our team you become a part of our mission which is to foster health, healing and wellness for people of all ages in a compassionate and loving environment consistent with the Christian principles on which we were founded.

 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join Ramapo Ridge. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing direct nursing care to the patients, taking vital signs, carrying out screening duties, administering medications. Such supervision must be in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility and as may be required by the Unit manager/designee or Charge Nurse to ensure that the a high degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health.

 

About Ramapo Ridge Behavioral Health (RRBH):

• RRBH is a 58-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital licensed by the State of New Jersey and accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC).

• Our behavioral hospital serves adults from 18 years of age through the senior years. RRBH includes a general adult psychiatric division treating adults of all ages with various mental health diagnosis such as depression, bipolar illness, anxiety, schizophrenia, OCD and others. Our geriatric division is a locked, safe and secure newly renovated wing that specializes in various forms of Dementia, Alzheimer’s and a host of additional mental health diagnosis.  While we admit patients who are voluntary and involuntary, we are not licensed to admit patients who require Short Term Care Facility (STCF) beds. Generally, these patients require a more intensive and secure environment for safety.

 

About Haven:

• Haven at Ramapo Ridge provides inpatient trauma-informed care and services in a safe and secure setting for women only. Located within Ramapo Ridge Behavioral Health. 

• Haven is the first of its kind in Bergen County and the only inpatient women’s program in New Jersey. The program offers a wide range of trauma care support and services and patients receive personalized care plans that lay out a path to healing in a safe space separate from the hospital’s general population.

• Received the “Clinical Excellence Award” from the New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA) for our innovative Haven program, which recognizes caregivers who personify a top-notch commitment to care.

• Honored by NJBIZ as a “2024 Healthcare Hero” for its innovative work at Haven.  The award program recognizes excellence and honors the efforts of individuals and organizations making a significant impact on the quality of health care in New Jersey.

 

Competencies:

• Directs the day-to-day functions of the PNAs in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the facility.
• Signs and dates all entries made in the patient's medical record. 
• Makes written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of shift as required. 
• Charts nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the patient as well as the ' response to the care. 
• Develops work assignments and/or assists in completing and performing such tasks. 
• Prepares and administers medications as ordered by the physician and within the guidelines of good nursing practice. 
• Ensures that discontinued drugs and narcotics are turned in to the Nursing Supervisor/Unit Manager for destruction or returned to provider pharmacy for credit. 
• Reviews medication orders for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician's order, and adherence to stop policies. 
• Makes daily rounds of assigned unit to ensure that the nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. 
• Records new/changed diet orders. Forward information to the Dietary Department or Unit Clerk.
• Transcribes physician's orders/LP orders, as per policy.
• Reports all discrepancies noted concerning physician's orders, diet change, charting error, etc. to the Nursing Supervisor/Nurse Manager. 
• Fills out and completes Transfer Forms in accordance with established procedures.
• The individual is competent to care for adult and geriatric (ages 65+) patients. 
• Ensures that assigned PNAs are aware of the patientcare plans and that they are used in administering daily care to the patient. 
• Completes all documentation as required. 
• Participates in the maintenance and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing services department.
• Interprets the department's policies and procedures to personnel, patients, visitors and government agencies as required.
• Admits, transfers, and discharges patients as required. Fills out and completes accident/incident reports. Submit to Unit Manager as required. 
• Charts all accidents/incidents involving the patients following established procedures. 
• Takes and records TPR's, blood pressures, etc. as necessary. 
• Participates in the implementation and ensures maintenance of the infection control program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious diseases among the patients and personnel i.e. universal precautions guidelines. 
• Monitors nursing care to ensure that all patients are treated fairly and with kindness, dignity, respect and privacy. 
• Ensures that assigned nursing personnel follow established departmental policies and procedures including dress code and safety regulations. 
• Reviews patient care plans for target goals and individualized interventions, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs. Informs the Nursing Supervisor/Unit Manager of any changes that need to be made on the care plan. Ensures that nurses' notes reflect that the care plan is being followed. 
• Participates in implementation and maintenance of the procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. 
• Orders prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as necessary and in accordance with established policies. 
• Ensures that an adequate supply of medications, supplies and equipment are on hand to meet the nursing needs of the patients. Report needs to the Nursing Supervisor/Unit Manager. 
• Ensures that department personnel, patients and visitors follow the department established policies and procedures at all times. (ESSENTIAL; DAILY)
• Provides leadership to nursing personnel assigned to unit/shift. Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift. 
• Gives/receives the nursing report upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours. 

 

Pay Rate: NEW competitive wages and Weekend differentials! 

 

Schedule: Full Time 3pm-11pm Monday - Friday, Weekends as needed.

 

Education:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Tuition reimbursement: $5,250

  

Christian Health offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees that includes:

• Discounted health insurance
• Dental Program
• Paid Vacation, Personal days, Holidays and New Jersey Sick leave
• 401k plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older
• Group Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Benefit plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Child Day Care Center on campus
• Gift shop on campus
• Free onsite parking on campus
• Free meals for all employees
• Pay differentials
• Exclusive employee discounts and special offers
• Access to earned wages prior to payday

Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us!

 

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrates compliance with the CH ASPIRE Standards of Performance.

 

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in long term care and/or geropsychiatric setting preferred.
• One year experience with geriatric population preferred.

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply today on our website listed below.

 

https://christianhealthnj.org/careers

Min

USD $30.00/Hr.

Max

USD $39.00/Hr.