Mental Health Worker - Psych ED

About the role

Department: Emergency Department Behavioral Health Pods. Facility: Mercy Medical Center. Location: Aurora, IL.

Schedule

Full-Time; Days; 7a-7:30p.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction and supervision of the RN, LVN or Charge RN assist the licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care including assistance with activities of daily living.
• Supports the unit functions and maintains a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and co-workers; functions as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN.
• Performs some clerical duties as assigned and provides basic nursing care for the adult and geriatric patients.
• Performs responsibilities within the guidelines of the Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have current and valid license as a Certified Nursing Assistant issued by the State if a CNA. If not a CNA, a minimum of one year experience working as Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting preferred.
• BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• One (1) year prior mental health experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.

Pay

Sign‑on bonus: $3,000 (eligibility and payout terms apply, details discussed during interview).

A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $16.08 to $23.30 per hour. The exact starting compensation will be determined at the time of hire based on skillset, experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Many voluntary benefit options

Learn more about the benefits package: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/