Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Augusta
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Description Join the Enact Transitional Homes (Enact) team to
positively impact the lives of other people! If you’re looking for
a rewarding job helping people with disabilities become more
independent and involved in their community, then Enact is the
place for you! Enact and Benchmark Human Services (Benchmark)
collaborate to run crisis support homes for adults with
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in Augusta, GA.
Together, Enact and Benchmark share a 65-year history of providing
services to individuals with disabilities and behavioral health
needs. Enact is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join
our team. At Enact, we never lose sight of the fact that, at heart,
we're people serving people. Through our hands-on and wrap-around
services, we help individuals find success in who they are by
meeting them where they are. Then, we help them develop the skills
to navigate to where they want to go tomorrow. Since 1960, we have
been committed to empowering marginalized populations to reach
their full potential. We work to realize the full potential of
EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our
employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively
strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our
employees. At Enact, we believe we are stronger, better, more
effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are
equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their
authentic selves. Learn more: EnactCare.com . Shift: Mon- Fri 3pm
-11pm Benefits: Competitive wages based on experience Health,
vision and dental insurance 401k plan with company match Life
insurance and short-term disability Tuition reimbursement Paid Time
Off (PTO) and Sick Time Pay Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Various shifts Advancement opportunities Overview: The LPN will
serve as a member of the Enact Transitional Homes team and is
responsible for health and safety of individuals and to coordinate
and provide their services. The Transitional Home is used as a
measure of last resort for individuals in inpatient hospital
facilities with no other community placement options. The goal is
to stabilize the individual through nursing and behavioral supports
while preparing for a permanent placement. Responsibilities: Work
with the treatment team to provide direct care to individuals
residing in Transitional Home based upon the individual treatment
plan. Care includes providing medical treatments, administering
medication and giving injections. Ensures that an inventory of
medication is safely and securely maintained. Helps individuals
with all activities of daily living. Ensures healthy meals and
snacks are provided while following menu plans. Measures and
records individual’s vital signs, such as height, weight,
temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration, blood sugars
etc. Documents and reports any changes in individual’s progress or
conditions. Uses positive behavioral support strategies as
described in behavior support plans. Assist with the implementation
of high intensity services such as screening, evaluation and
assessment within the limits of their license. Facilitate
individual transition to other supports and/or treatment. Comply
with all standards to assure the health and safety of all staff and
individuals that we serve. Must report any suspected abuse, neglect
or exploitation to supervisor or department head. Attend all
scheduled training and staff meetings. Plan and participate
directly in recreational, therapeutic, and training activities of
the individuals. Qualifications: Valid unrestricted Georgia Nursing
License Certification and ongoing training in crisis intervention
curriculum. Valid CPR and First Aid Certification Experience
working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental
disabilities and/or mental illness who are in crisis. Knowledge of
DBHDD community provider standards and policies Valid Driver’s
License and auto insurance Minimum of year supervisory experience
Must be computer literate Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP
Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are
encouraged to apply. Benchmark has provided services for 65 years.
Learn more about our 65th anniversary celebration: 65 Years of
Stories . INDNURS
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