D185 - IDD-CSDC - Licensed Practical Nurse, Crisis

D185 - IDD-CSDC - Licensed Practical Nurse, Crisis

750 Hazel St, Macon, GA 31201, USA Req #216

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

About River Edge Behavioral Health

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

at The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center

About River Edge Behavioral Health

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k with an employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program

The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center is a program designed to offer individual tailored assistance and brief (up to 90-day) stabilization for a maximum of sixteen (16) adults aged 18 and above, who have intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or concurrent IDD/BH diagnoses.

Location/Schedule – 750 Hazel Street, Macon Georgia Rotating shifts Sun-Sat 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare providers to patients in the crisis facility.
• Conduct initial patient assessments to determine the nature and urgency of their needs during a crisis situation.
• Regularly assessing and recording patients' vital signs to ensure their stability and detect any changes that may indicate a worsening condition.
• Treating and dressing wounds, injuries, or other physical health issues that patients may have during a crisis.
• Assisting in managing and de-escalating crises, utilizing your medical knowledge and training to support patients in distress.
• Working closely with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients in crisis.
• Providing patients and their families with information and education about their conditions, treatments, and coping strategies during and after a crisis.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records, including assessments, interventions, treatments, and outcomes.
• Following safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe environment for both patients and staff in the crisis facility.
• Addressing any personnel issues to promote a productive and supportive work environment.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies relevant to crisis services.
• Participating in ongoing training and educational opportunities to stay current on best practices and advancements in crisis care and nursing.

Qualifications Needed (education and/or experience):

• Current Georgia license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.
• At least 2 years working in a behavioral health/intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or related field.
• Must have good computer skills.
• Communication skills and the ability to foster good relationships among others is a plus.
• Preferred IDD experience.

Additional Information:

The Application Process

All qualified applicants will be considered. This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified. The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview. Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we require all employees to frequently wash their hands and sanitize common areas, helping keep employees and clients safe.

Diversity and Inclusion

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer.

Drug-Free Workplace

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and have a strong desire for personal growth, we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.