D111 - DD Crisis - Registered Nurse, IDD

Registered Nurse (RN)

at Specialized Transitional Home

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. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.

Position Overview

The Specialized Transitional Home is a program designed to assist three to four individuals whose needs cannot be met by less intensive support options. This program offers support in learning life and leisure skills, personal care, and community integration, as outlined in each person's individualized plan

Location/Schedule – 1881 Twin Pines Drive, 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, severity, and urgency of needs during a crisis.

Provide oversight for LPN staff, including reviewing and signing off documentation weekly, creating and training staff on Health Care Plans, and monitoring medication management practices.

Regularly assess and document patients’ vital signs to monitor stability and identify any changes indicating a potential decline in condition.

Treat and dress wounds, injuries, and other physical health issues that arise during crisis situations.

Assist in managing and de-escalating crises by applying medical knowledge, clinical judgment, and crisis-intervention techniques to support patients in distress.

Ensure that staff are properly trained and competent in their assigned clinical responsibilities.

Participate in crisis interventions, assess patient needs, provide clinical guidance to staff, and help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.

Qualifications Needed (education and/or experience):

Must have active Georgia RN license

At least 2 years working in behavioral health/ intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or related field

Must have good computer skills.

Communications skills and the ability to foster good relationships among others is a plus.

Preferred IDD experience

Additional Benefits:

Flexible spending accounts

Short and long-term disability coverage

11 Paid holidays

Voluntary Life Insurance