LPN - Behavioral Health & IDD | Flexible Shifts, Great Benefits

River Edge Behavioral Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending accounts

Short/Long-term disability

11 Paid holidays

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a Specialized Transitional Home program. The role involves administering medications, monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, wound care, patient record maintenance, and strict adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Current Georgia license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.
• At least 1 year working in behavioral health/IDD or related field
• Must have good computer skills.
• Communications skills and the ability to foster good relationships among others is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare providers to patients in the home.
• Regularly assess and record patients’ vital signs to monitor stability and identify any changes.
• Assist individuals with daily personal care needs in the home.
• Treat and dress wounds, injuries, and other physical health concerns that may arise during a crisis.
• Assist in managing and de-escalating crises, utilizing clinical knowledge and training to support patients in distress.
• Work closely with the BCBA and other healthcare professionals—including physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nursing staff to provide coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records, including assessments, interventions, treatments, and outcomes.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe environment for both patients and staff within the home.
• Perform housekeeping duties such as washing clothes/dishes, dusting, running errands, wiping baseboards, sweeping, mopping, and related tasks as needed.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Georgia LPN license

1 year behavioral health/IDD experience

Job description

River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a Specialized Transitional Home program. The role involves administering medications, monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, wound care, patient record maintenance, and strict adherence to safety protocols.