Psychiatric Assistant - Full time - Day shift

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a licensed registered nurse and/or licensed practical nurse, the Psychiatric Assistant performs a wide range of nursing care activities and related services to support the personal and psychosocial needs of patients. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment while delivering compassionate care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and comfort to patients, including proactive rounding every 15 minutes and responding to requests from patients, nurses, physicians, and families
• Assist with patient admissions and discharges, including searches, recording valuables, and taking vital signs
• Document all patient care activities in the electronic medical record, including procedures, teaching, vital signs, intake/output, and rounding
• Provide care for patients under constant observation, including documentation in restraint flow sheets and securing personal belongings
• Assist with meal safety, monitor silverware, and help patients complete menus
• Perform clerical duties such as entering work orders, ordering supplies, providing meal relief, entering lab orders, using the paging system, and operating phones
• Conduct environmental safety rounds, checking for locked doors, fire extinguisher status, department cleanliness, and removal of unsafe items

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Completion of a Nursing Assistant Program required
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to relate effectively to individuals from diverse backgrounds

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts

Company Culture

We believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen, and be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.