D105 - Licensed Practical Nurse (Fulton County)

River Edge; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for Core Services in Atlanta, GA. The nurse will perform nursing assessments, evaluate nutrition and pain, and monitor and adjust medication regimens under supervision.

Requirements include a Practical Nursing Diploma, Georgia license in good standing, and at least 1 year of psychiatric experience. The organization offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Practical Nursing Diploma required.
• Current Georgia nursing license in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of psychiatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, including nutrition and pain evaluations.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Adjust medications under supervision of physicians or RNs as needed.
• Monitor behavioral changes and promptly report to the healthcare team.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and documentation of medications.
• Collect urine and blood samples as required and coordinate lab submission.
• Educate patients and families about symptoms, treatments and medications.

Skills

Nursing

Psychiatric nursing

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

Job description

D105 - Licensed Practical Nurse (Fulton County)

265 Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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 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.

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.

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.

265 Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA