Behavioral Health Attendant-2

About the role

Under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, the Behavioral Health Attendant (BHA) provides direct, non-clinical support to patients requiring direct or indirect observations and who may be experiencing mental health and behavioral challenges. BHAs collaborate with clinical staff to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment while upholding patient dignity and adhering to Brown University Health care values.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another. All employees are expected to demonstrate the core success factors: Instill Trust and Value Differences, Patient and Community Focus, and Collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Receives report on assigned patient before assuming responsibility of observations.
• Conducts continuous or intermittent patient observation as assigned.
• Reports changes in patient condition to nursing or clinical staff promptly.
• Monitors and documents patient behavior, mood, and activity in accordance with established protocols.
• Maintains patient focus at all times, free from distractions.
• Assists patients with daily activities such as hygiene, meals, and mobility, as needed based upon report and direction received by registered nurse.
• Actively engages with assigned patient(s) throughout shift in a compassionate and respectful manner while providing interaction and recreational activities in accordance with training provided.
• De-escalates situations using approved verbal intervention techniques to promote patient and staff safety.
• Obtains initial certification and annual re-certification in system/facility approved de-escalation and restraint course with no restrictions for those working in behavioral health and emergency departments, BLS, and training in safe patient handling.
• Performs physical aspects of the position which may include lifting, turning, and physical care/movement of patients from a sitting, standing, or kneeling position.
• Attends staff development, supervision, and staff meetings as assigned.
• Ensures the care area is free of hazards and complies with safety guidelines, and assists with the maintenance of clean and orderly patient care spaces.
• Observes patient rights, maintains confidentiality of patient information, and maintains patient privacy.
• Follows hospital policy and procedures regarding patient and staff safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School graduate or its equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a patient care role or education in a human services field preferred.
• Must be able to perform physical aspects of the position, including lifting, turning, and physical care/movement of patients.
• Works alongside clinical staff, including nurses, social workers, therapists, and physicians to achieve treatment goals.

Pay

$18.00-$25.82 per hour

Schedule

• Work Type: 8-5 PM, Night shift
• Daily Hours: 8 and 12 hours