Behavioral Care Assistant

Loma Linda • Redlands, CA

11h • $19 - $27

About The Position

The Behavioral Care Assistant provides basic direct and indirect, age-specific, and developmentally appropriate patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The role supports patients with hygiene, dressing, changing linens, positioning and transfers, toileting, and maintaining privacy and modesty. It also includes designated procedures such as collecting urine and stool specimens, assisting with ambulation, and measuring vital signs, intake, and output.

The assistant helps maintain patient safety by recognizing and reporting behavioral changes, completing assigned safety rounds, conducting routine environmental safety checks, and following guidelines for patients on one-to-one precautions. The position assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures, orients patients to the environment, prepares patients for meals and snacks, and assists with feeding when needed. Duties must be performed within scope of practice and in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and techniques; the employee is expected to seek information or clarification when necessary. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

The position is full-time, with a night-shift schedule of three 12-hour shifts per week. Weekend and holiday work may be required based on operational needs. The employer is Loma Linda University Health, a Seventh-day Adventist, faith- and values-based Christian institution; candidates must understand and embrace its mission, purpose, and identity.

Requirements

• Complete a Managing Assaultive Behavior (MAB) course within 90 days.
• Hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Be able to read, write legibly, and communicate in English with professional quality, including in person, in writing, and by telephone.
• Be able to use the computer, printer, and software programs necessary for the position.
• Be able to operate and troubleshoot required patient-care equipment.
• Be able to perform basic patient-care activities using proper body mechanics and safety precautions.
• Be able to communicate positively, effectively, and professionally; follow directions and policies; accept direction; and remain calm and courteous under pressure.
• Be able to perform basic math, manage multiple assignments, organize and prioritize workload, collaborate with an RN to solve problems, recall information accurately, and pay close attention to detail.
• Be able to function within scope of practice.
• Have the sensory abilities needed for the role, including distinguishing colors, hearing general conversation and workplace sounds, seeing computer screens and written documents, and discerning temperature differences through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program or completion of School of Nursing Fundamentals.
• At least six months of nursing assistant experience.
• At least one year of experience in a hospital and/or acute psychiatric setting.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic direct and indirect, age-specific, developmentally appropriate patient care under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Assist patients with hygiene and dressing, change linens, position and transfer patients, assist with toileting, and ensure patient privacy and modesty.
• Perform designated procedures, including urine and stool specimen collection, ambulation assistance, and measurement of vital signs, intake, and output.
• Promote patient safety by recognizing and reporting behavioral changes, completing assigned safety rounds, and performing routine environmental safety checks.
• Follow guidelines for patients on one-to-one precautions.
• Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge procedures, and orient patients to the environment.
• Prepare patients for meals and snacks and assist with feeding as needed.
• Perform duties within scope of practice and in accordance with policies, procedures, and techniques; seek information and clarification when necessary.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed