D185 - IDD-CSDC - Registered Nurse, Crisis

River Edge Behavioral Health•Macon, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center is a program designed to offer inpatient tailored assistance and brief (90-day) stabilization for a maximum of sixteen (16) adults aged 18 and above, who have intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or concurrent IDD/BH diagnoses. These individuals are facing psychiatric challenges and/or significant emotional/behavioral changes that are impacting their essential functions, potentially jeopardizing their ability to stay in their usual home environment. River Edge Behavioral Health serves over 10,000 Georgians and is a leading resource for mental health, substance use disorder treatments, and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization provides a full continuum of services, offering state-of-the-art treatment and support to over 13,000 children, youth, families, and adults annually who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, or developmental disabilities.

Requirements

Must have active Georgia RN license
At least 2 years working on a behavioral health/ intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or related field
Must have good computer skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Administering medications as prescribed by healthcare providers to patients in the crisis facility.
Conducting initial patient assessments to determine the nature and urgency of their needs during a crisis situation.
Regularly assessing and recording patients' vital signs to ensure their stability and detect any changes that may indicate a worsening condition.
Treating and dressing wounds, injuries, or other physical health issues that patients may have during a crisis.
Assisting in managing and de-escalating crises, utilizing your medical knowledge and training to support patients in distress.
Ensure that staff are properly trained.
Participate in crisis interventions, assess patient needs, provide clinical guidance to staff, and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients in crisis.
Work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as psychiatrists, social workers, and emergency medical personnel, to coordinate care and support interdisciplinary teamwork during crises.
Maintain open communication channels with nursing staff, patients, families, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and effective crisis resolution.
Address any personnel issues to promote a productive and supportive work environment.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies relevant to crisis services and nursing practice.