D105 - Adult MH Outpat - Registered Nurse, Clinic

Registered Nurse (RN) at Baldwin

River Edge Behavioral Health is recognized for its state-of-the-art treatment and support services for more than 13,000 children, youth, families, and adults annually who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, and substance abuse problems. In addition, River Edge offers services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

River Edge is currently seeking a Full-time Registered Nurses for the Baldwin Adult MH Outpatient Services.

Location/Schedule 60 Highway 22-West, Milledgeville, GA - Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm.

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

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.

River Edge Behavioral Health Center