Behavioral Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatric - Regular Hours - Nights

Job Summary

Under 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 Requirements

REQUIRED: - 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 Requirements

REQUIRED: - Current BLA certification

Job Details

Req Id 98235 Department PSYCHIATRIC UNIT Shift Nights Shift Hours Worked 12.50 FTE 0.75 Work Schedule CWAT-UFCSM - 12 HR Employee Status A2 - Regular 60 Hours Union 2006 - UFCW Pay Range $18 - $23 per hour