Registered Nurse (RN) IDD Program in Macon, GA

Registered Nurse (RN) IDD Program Company Overview: 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. Position Overview: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing support to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), ensuring high-quality, person-centered care that promotes health, safety, and independence. The RN supports clients across residential and/or community-based settings by coordinating medical care, monitoring health conditions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to meet individualized needs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, supporting direct care staff through training and guidance, and serving as a clinical resource for clients, families, and providers. Location/Schedule – 139 Woodfield Drive, Macon, 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