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CNA/Unit Secretary - Behavioral Health - Full Time - 11a-11:30p

Frederick Health · Frederick, MD · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$20.35–$27.77/hrFull-time

Job Summary

Supports and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

Example Of Essential Functions

  • Counsels and educates patients about safety issues through daily report and individual interactions.

  • Maintains patient safety by performing patient checks as required, using the form provided.

  • Monitors patient area during mealtime and reports any signs of increasing agitation or aggression, suicidal behavior, danger of elopement, violation of smoking rules, etc. to the Charge Nurse.

  • Works cooperatively with others in intervening appropriately to maintain a safe environment.

  • Assists with the admission, discharge, and transfer of patients. Orients patient and family to unit and unit milieu.

  • Supports and participates in continuous quality improvement activities.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.

  • Ability to work cooperatively with others.

  • Ability to establish rapport with patients, families, and visitors.

  • Ability to perform skillfully in physical crisis intervention with disturbed or violent patients.

  • Ability to perform in a calm manner in crises and emergency situations.

  • Effective use of proper body mechanics when handling patients, supplies, and equipment.

  • Ability to comprehend medical/psychiatric terminology.

  • Ability to handle stressful and physically demanding work subject to a patient population at risk for unpredictable behavior.

  • Basic computer skills.

Minimum Education, Training, And Experience

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) certification required.

  • CPR Certification required.

Frederick Health Offers

  • Comprehensive and affordable benefits package.

  • Health, Dental and Vision insurance.

  • Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability.

  • Paid Time Off program.

  • 403B retirement plan with employer match.

  • Free financial planning sessions.

  • Educational assistance program.

  • Employee Assistance Program.

Pay Information

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable. Hourly range: $20.35 - $27.77.

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