Nurse Tech/Asst-Psychiatric

Description Start your next chapter at Bolivar Medical Center, a 164-bed hospital serving Cleveland, MS, and part of the ScionHealth community hospital network. Bolivar Medical Center is a Joint Commission accredited hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department services and also offers a long-term care unit. At Bolivar, you will deliver vital care in a community setting with the backing of a highly regarded hospital system committed to quality, safety, and local impact. Job Summary The Nurse Aide/Tech - Psychiatric provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the psychiatric care unit nursing staff. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, providing personal care, monitoring patient behavior, and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. The position requires the ability to effectively communicate with patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to hospital policies and behavioral health standards. Essential Functions Provides direct patient care to meet the psychosocial and physical needs of psychiatric patientsAssists in the admission, transfer, and discharge of patientsMonitors patient behavior, reports changes to the nursing staff, and documents observationsAssists with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and toiletingTransports patients to various departments for diagnostic tests or treatmentEnsures patient rooms are clean, safe, and organizedMaintains accurate records and documents patient care activities according to hospital policiesParticipates in patient treatment plans and therapeutic activitiesObserves for environmental safety risks, including suicide prevention and infection control measuresCommunicates effectively with patients, families, and the care team to foster a positive environment Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and behavioral managementStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to manage stressful situations and respond appropriately to behavioral crisesKnowledge of infection control procedures and safety protocolsAbility to lift and move patients and equipment as requiredDemonstrates professionalism, reliability, and a commitment to patient care Qualifications Education High school diploma or GED required License/Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required per facility policyCrisis Management/De-escalation Training required per facility policyBlood Glucose Monitoring Training required per facility policy Experience Experience in a psychiatric care unit or behavioral health setting preferred