Behavioral Health Assoc-Senior Behavioral Health-Part Time 24 hours 7p-7am

BRISTOL HOSPITAL GROUP•Bristol, CT

7d•$18 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

At Bristol Health, the Behavioral Health Associate provides patient care using a Patient Focused Care model and follows standardized clinical pathway procedures. The role performs direct-care activities, diagnostic testing, patient transport, and documentation as directed by a registered nurse. The position serves patients in a behavioral health setting and requires knowledge of basic patient care procedures, medical terminology, and working with a psychiatric population. The work takes place in a patient-care environment that may be stressful, rapid-paced, and variable, with exposure to patient fluids and waste. The role involves significant walking, bending, stooping, patient lifting and positioning, and participation in PERT. Bristol Health describes its values as Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy (C.A.R.E.) and emphasizes compassionate, quality care and a positive patient experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid, active CNA certification in the State of Connecticut.
Valid CPR with BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
At least 1 year of experience working in a long-term care and/or behavioral health setting.
Knowledge of basic patient care procedures and medical terminology.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Data entry and documentation skills.
Experience working with a psychiatric population.
Ability to participate in PERT.
Manual dexterity for phlebotomy and data entry.
Mental flexibility to perform diverse patient-care duties.
Good written and oral communication skills and ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Nice To Haves

Good communication skills.
One year of experience in an acute-care inpatient environment as a Patient Care Assistant or CNA.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse.
Assist patients with bathing and personal hygiene, ambulation, feeding, and toileting.
Assist with vital signs and weights.
Perform patient safety checks and continuous observation of patients.
Carry out activities related to diagnostic testing, patient transport, and documentation as directed by an RN.
Provide safe, patient-centered care tailored to the needs of the patient, family, or caregiver.
Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development and care appropriate to the patient population and age group served.
Use computer skills for data entry and documentation.
Communicate calmly and professionally and collaborate as a member of the care team.
Complete required orientation, annual training, cross-training, and unit-based competencies.