Behavioral Health Tech, Full Time
About The Position
Responsible for providing direct observation of patients as directed by the nursing plan of care and under the supervision of the behavioral health nursing staff and/or nursing supervisor. Reports on changes in the conditions of patients to the appropriate staff members. Interacts and copes effectively with diverse populations in sudden, stressful situations resulting from trauma, and physical and mental illness. Performs tasks that are within the scope of his/her educational preparation, knowledge, and permitted by the policies and procedures of Southern Illinois healthcare and other local, state, and federal guidelines. Assists licensed nursing personnel in giving patient care, caring for the personal needs and comfort of the patients. As a sitter, they will be required to assist other nursing departments sitting with patients that may be a danger to themselves or others.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Basic life support (BLS) required
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with patients in a hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct observation of patients as directed by the nursing plan of care and under the supervision of the behavioral health nursing staff and/or nursing supervisor.
- Reports on changes in the conditions of patients to the appropriate staff members.
- Interacts and copes effectively with diverse populations in sudden, stressful situations resulting from trauma, and physical and mental illness.
- Performs tasks within the scope of educational preparation, knowledge, and permitted by policies and procedures.
- Assists licensed nursing personnel in giving patient care, caring for the personal needs and comfort of the patients.
- Assists other nursing departments sitting with patients that may be a danger to themselves or others.
- Provides direct patient care, including general personal care (bathing, bed changing, feeding, activity; vital signs as examples) as directed.
- Reports all pertinent findings to RN staff.
- Promotes the safety of self, staff, and patients.
- Conducts ongoing patient and family education.
- Completes all annual in-service training and competencies.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patients, whether in-patients or out-patients.
Benefits
- Compensation commensurate with experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
