Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Inpatient Psychiatry (P6)
About The Position
Maine Medical Center Nursing/Clinical Support Req #: 58845 Per Diem Unit Bio: P6 (Pavilion 6) is the 21 bed Inpatient Psychiatry unit at Maine Medical Center. Over the years it has evolved from a traditional psychiatric unit to one that serves an increasingly medically complex population with a particular emphasis on Geriatric Psychiatry. All patients on P6 have both a major psychiatric illness, as well as a medical comorbidity that requires an inpatient level of care. We are excited to grow our interdisciplinary team and welcome all applicants from those new to Psychiatry, to those who have many years of experience. Position Summary: Under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurses and according to defined policies and procedures, performs various service duties and technical tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic hygiene and activities of daily living. Specific duties may vary by area of assignment. Consideration of the special needs and behaviors of specific patient populations is required.
Requirements
- Education: Participates in continuing education relative to role as defined.
- License/Certifications: Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant by the State of Maine and be on the State of Maine Registry, having completed a six-week or equivalent course.
- Experience: CNAA experience 0-6 months. On-the-job training provided.
Responsibilities
- performs various service duties and technical tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic hygiene and activities of daily living
Benefits
- At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more!
- Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
- With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it.
- We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members.
- We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
