Behavioral Health Technician - Psychiatric Unit - Full Time - Nights Department: PSYCHIATRIC UNIT Job SummaryUnder the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee, the Behavioral Health Technician provides direct and indirect patient care. Provides a clean, safe environment, maintains equipment and supplies. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities Core Job Responsibilities
Orients new patients to the unit
Records and processes patient belongings on admission and at discharge
Performs and records patient vital signs, intake and output; notifies RN on any changes
Monitors patient's compliance with pre and post procedure instructions under the supervision of a RN
Continuously observes patient behavior, mental status and activities. Notifies RN of any changes or unusual occurrences
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
Maintains equipment and supplies
Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
Performs other duties as required
Education/Experience RequirementsREQUIRED:
High school graduate or equivalent
One-two years’ experience as a nursing assistant or as a mental health worker required
Ability to effectively communicate in English; both verbally and in writing
PREFERRED:
Crisis Prevention Intervention training preferred.
Additional languages preferred
Licensure/Certification RequirementsREQUIRED:
Current BLA certification
DisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job DetailsReq Id 90663 Department PSYCHIATRIC UNIT Shift NightsShift Hours Worked 12.50FTE 0.9375 Work Schedule CWAT-UFCSM - 12 HREmployee Status A1 - Full-Time Union 2006 - UFCWPay Range $17.00 - $21.00 Hourly