D111 - DD Crisis - Licensed Practical Nurse, Crisis

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. 

At River Edge Behavioral Health, we aspire to continuously lead with our values and beliefs that enable individuals to develop their potential, bring their full selves to the workplace, and engage in an environment of inclusion. At River Edge, we know you can choose to work anywhere, be we strive to be an employer of choice. We work every day to make your employee experience great. We believe in the skilled team members we hire and their ability to "make life better" for someone on their recovery journey or struggling with behavioral health challenges.

River Edge is currently seeking a Full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for Hidden Hills Crisis Home located in Baldwin County. The shift is up to 32 hours per week. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor patient’s vitals and record them in their file.
• Maintain the cleanliness and comfort of each patient, including bathing, feeding, and dressing.
• Assist nursing and medical staff with basic medical tasks, such as administering medication and following healthcare plans.
• Update patient records in a confidential manner
• Evaluate the patient’s wellbeing, reporting any needs to medical staff.
• Explain standard protocols and healthcare plans to patients and families.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts to include weekends. 

Qualifications

• Current LPN license, in good standing with the Georgia State licensing board
• Minimum of three (3) years mental health experience, preferred IDD experience.
• Provide 2 Professional references (Former employers only, no family members),
• All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.

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. 

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. 

Safe Working Environment 

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, sanitizing common areas, this will ensure a safe environment for employees and clients.  

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.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status. 

Drug-Free Workplace 

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment.  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 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.