PRN Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

TruHealth • Clarksville, TN

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Unity Psychiatric Care operates psychiatric hospitals specializing in treating geriatrics who are experiencing a mental health crisis or behavioral disturbances. Services include a full range of diagnostic evaluation and behavioral health treatments. The Mental Health Technician (MHT) provides direct patient care under the supervision of nurses, assisting patients with daily living activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. MHTs are responsible for maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment and providing crisis intervention.

Requirements

• Certified as a Certified Nurse Assistant required
• CPI certification required (or training completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
• CMS Restraint and Seclusion training (or training completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
• CPR certification is not required upon hire. However, training will be given yearly. (MHT’s will always be working with a CPR certified nurse while on the floor.)

Nice To Haves

• One (1) to two (2) years’ in a mental health, patient care, or geriatric setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Compliance with completion, filing, and retrieval of medical records
• Direct patient care such as bathing, dressing, and walking
• Transport patients and equipment
• Monitor patients for assessments and report to supervisor
• Complete admission paperwork and patient orientation to the hospital
• Participate and assist with recreational activities for patients
• Participate and assist with therapeutic activities for patients

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED