D105 - Licensed Practical Nurse (Fulton County)

River Edge Behavioral Health; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA seeks a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for Core Services. The LPN will perform nursing assessments, administer medications, monitor patient responses, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to adjust care plans as needed.

Applicants should hold a Practical Nursing Diploma, maintain a GA nursing license in good standing, and have at least one year in psychiatric settings. This role emphasizes patient safety, documentation, and family guidance.

Qualifications

• Practical Nursing Diploma required.
• Current nursing license in good standing with the Georgia State licensing board.
• Minimum of one year psychiatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, including evaluating patient condition and behaviors.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Monitor patients for behavioral changes and report observations to the care team.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of medications and supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of patient care activities and treatments.
• Assist with patient education and family communication regarding treatments.
• Support completion of required paperwork and authorization processes when needed.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

Job description

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 development 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 as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.

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 development 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 as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.

Company Overview

At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.

Program Overview

River Edge is actively seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for Core Services who is energetic and enthusiastic. The ideal candidate will excel in completing nursing assessments, encompassing evaluations of food/nutrition and pain assessments. Additionally, the candidate will administer and monitor medication management regimens, making necessary adjustments based on a patient's condition under the supervision of qualified medical staff.

If you are a dedicated and dynamic LPN with a commitment to providing high-quality care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position at River Edge.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, including evaluating food/nutrition intake and assessing pain levels in patients.
• Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare providers and monitor patients for any adverse reactions or side effects.
• Administer prescribed medications to patients, adjusting dosage as necessary based on patient condition and under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians.
• Monitor patients for any behavioral changes and promptly report any observations to the healthcare team.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and control of medications in accordance with established protocols and regulations.
• Perform urine sample collection and blood draws from patients as required and ensure proper labeling and submission to the laboratory for testing.
• Educate patients and their families about symptoms, treatments, and medications, including proper administration and potential side effects.
• Aid patients in completing necessary paperwork for patient assistance programs and assist with obtaining prior authorizations for medications or treatments.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all patient care activities, including assessments, medications administered, and any changes in condition, following established documentation protocols.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisors or as dictated by the specific healthcare setting.
• Adhere to all relevant internal and external regulations, policies, and standards to ensure compliance with legal and professional requirements in the healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Practical Nursing Diploma
• Current nursing license, in good standing with the Georgia State licensing board
• Minimum of one (1) year Psychiatric experience.

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

We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.