LPN Crisis Stabilization Unit
Job Description
Job Description
The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia is dedicated to providing those we serve with quality innovative behavioral healthcare in a recovery-based environment. CSB of Middle Georgia is recognized as a state leader in comprehensive behavioral healthcare providing integrated cost-effective services. CSB of Middle Georgia is located in Dublin, Georgia, and the agency currently serves residents of Bleckley, Dodge, Johnson, Laurens, Montgomery, Pulaski, Telfair, Treutlen, Wheeler, and Wilcox counties in Georgia; and in our Ogeechee Behavioral Health Division, serving residents of Burke, Emanuel, Glascock, Jefferson, Jenkins, and Screven counties in Georgia. We value Quality, Professionalism, Person-Centered, Recovery, Teamwork, Improvement, Accountability, Management of Practicing Information, Wellness, and Financial Stability.
LOCATION: Dublin, Georgia
The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia’s is seeking a qualified individual to serve as our next Licensed Practical Nurse at our new Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC) in Dublin, GA. This State-of-the-art new facility features 40 total patient beds, including 24 crisis stabilization beds and 16 temporary observation beds, offering both voluntary and involuntary patients access to safe, secure, and compassionate care. This facility will provide critical support and stabilization services for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises in a safe, structured environment where individuals can begin their journey towards healing and recovery.
Responsibilities of the LPN:
- Administer medications in accordance with physician orders and ensure accurate, timely documentation.
- Coordinate medication orders and maintain effective communication with the pharmacy regarding required medications.
- Monitor individuals for adverse reactions or side effects related to medications and report concerns as appropriate.
- Document the effectiveness of PRN medications, including the behavior or symptoms that led to administration and the individual’s response.
- Adhere to facility policies for the tracking, handling, and accountability of all medications.
- Dispose of medications in accordance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Ensure all medication-related information is accurately documented on the discharge summary.
- Reconcile home medications with the individual and communicate with the individual’s pharmacy as needed to verify accurate medication histories and prescriptions. Obtain appropriate authorization (ROI or verbal consent) prior to communication.
- Maintain the medication cart, ensuring it is free of expired or unlabeled medications.
- Keep the medication room clean, organized, and compliant with facility standards.
- All other duties as assigned
Here are some of the things we require:
- High School Diploma/GED equivalent
- Valid Georgia LPN Licensure
- Valid Georgia Driver’s License
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others
- Experience with Microsoft 365 Office Products
- Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines accordingly
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position (which include but are not limited to moving/transporting patients, furniture, driving vehicles, etc.)
Here’s what would put you over the top:
- Prior Psychiatric Nursing Experience
** Final pay rate will be dependent on a combination of qualifications such as experience and education. **
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