D102 - Admissions - Registered Nurse

About River Edge Behavioral Health
Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.
Benefits Offered:
Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
401k with an employer match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Short and Long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Employee Discount Program
River Edge offers behavioral health outpatient services to adults in Macon-Bibb County experiencing mental health and substance use challenges and is looking to fill the position of Admissions Registered Nurse with/at our Bibb Outpatient Services program.
In this role you will:
Complete intake nursing assessments including obtaining vitals, completing mental health screenings, obtaining medical history, etc. for new clients.
Assess for SI, HI, A/V hallucinations, sleep, appetite, med compliance, anxiety depression, pain, medication side effects.
Assess for allergies and appropriately record any allergies in electronic medical records.
Obtain a list of client’s medications and document appropriately in the medical record.
Complete collaborative documentation
Draw all necessary labs and complete documentation for all lab work.
Schedule client’s next appointment with the MD or nurse practitioner.
For any clients in crisis, complete all necessary paperwork and make referral to the appropriate level of care.
Attend staff meetings, case conferences, and training programs as designed.
Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, mentors, family members, and others to help support clients in their recovery.
Collect and review referral information and consult with others as needed to support coordination of services and scheduling of client interviews.
Coordinate the admission and intake with the appropriate staff to ensure a timely and smooth transition into treatment.
Maintain quality, up-to-date clinical records via our electronic medical record, including progress notes, treatment plan reviews, discharge planning, and outcomes.
Maintain working knowledge of treatment agencies and programs and a list of resources that can be shared with clients.
Remain in compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, regulations, and standards, including all of River Edge's policies and procedures and Quality Assurance Plan, DBHDD requirements, State Licensing standards, County Monitoring requirements, and managed care regulations.
This position will be knowledgeable about and actively support 1) culturally competent, recovery-based practices, 2) person centered planning as a shared decision-making process with the individual who defines his or her own life goals and is assisted in developing a unique path towards those goals, and 3) a trauma informed culture to aid consumers in the recovery process.
You will need:
Board Certified Registered Nurse License
Demonstrate expertise and knowledge in mental health and substance abuse services and community resources.
Acceptable background check/drug screen
Acceptable references
Preferred Qualifications:
At least one year of nursing experience.
Location/Schedule:
175 Emery Hwy, Macon, GA 31217
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Additional Information:
The Application Process
All qualified applicants will be considered.
This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.
The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.
Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email.
Safe Working Environment
We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we require full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continues to be the most effective way to fight COVID-19.
Diversity and Inclusion
River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status.
Drug-Free Workplace
River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.
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.