Mental Health Technician, Behavioral Health, PRN Days, Wolfson Children's Hospital

About the role

Baptist Medical Center is seeking a Mental Health Technician to join our Behavioral Health Unit in the pediatric unit at Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville, FL (Downtown). Wolfson Children’s Hospital is consistently ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report and holds Magnet™ designation for nursing excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care that prioritizes safety, comfort, and a therapeutic environment under the direction of the registered nurse.
• Document observations about assigned patients.
• Communicate relevant patient status information appropriately.
• Participate in patient education groups, monitor the environment, and assist with admissions and discharges as assigned.
• Obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification within 90 days of hire.

Requirements

• Behavioral health experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI).