D102 - Admissions - Licensed Practical Nurse
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a key role in the admission process within the River Edge facility. This position is responsible for providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals entering treatment. The LPN completes nursing assessments, records vital signs, and documents client information accurately. The role also involves monitoring clients for changes in condition, ensuring safety during the admission process, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support individualized care planning. The LPN serves as both a caregiver and an advocate, helping clients and families transition smoothly into services while upholding the highest standards of clinical and ethical practice.
Requirements
- Current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- One year of experience in Mental Health Nursing
- CPR/FA/AED
- CPI
- Defensive Driving (if assigned)
- safety training
- Essential Learning courses
- any other assigned/required certifications.
- Knowledge of basic nursing care, first aid, personal care, and hygiene.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in behavioral health services is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide care to individuals with mental health, substance dependence, and/or developmental disabilities.
- Observe clients, document progress, and report changes in condition; take necessary action as needed.
- Administer prescribed medications and accurately charts times and amounts given.
- Measure and record vital signs and key health statistics (e.g., height, weight).
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision benefits
- paid vacation
- retirement plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- 11 Paid holidays
- Voluntary Life Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
