AltaPointe Health Systems-posted 4 days ago
Entry Level
Onsite • Daphne, AL
1,001-5,000 employees

EastPointe Hospital is a private, free-standing psychiatric hospital for adults and adolescent males (ages 12 – 18) located in Daphne, Ala. EastPointe’s clinical and medical professionals assess and evaluate adults and adolescents in psychiatric crisis. Treatment focuses on stabilizing psychiatric symptoms and preventing psychiatric commitment. Adults and/or adolescents admitted to EastPointe will have exhibited life-threatening, destructive or disabling behavior or symptoms. Each patient completes a psychiatric diagnostic evaluation and receives 24-hour clinical care for the duration of their stay. The goal is for each patient to return to home or to the least restrictive level of care.

  • Performs daily task of vital signs, blood sugar testing, Intakes & Outputs, EKG’s, and assisting consumers with activities of daily living (i.e. baths, positioning, feeding) under the direction of an licensed nurse
  • Provides ongoing monitoring and interaction with the consumers
  • Provides daily assessment of consumer’s behavior and records and submits information according to policy and standards
  • Assists consumers with personal care, activities, current events and safety issues
  • Provides training on basic living skills according to the consumer’s psychiatric rehabilitation goals.
  • Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation
  • Effectively collaborates with the treatment team member
  • Demonstrates willingness to work on any unit at BayPointe/EastPointe based on facility needs
  • Models appropriate behavior including but not limited to communication skills, grooming, manners, etc.
  • Meets AltaPointe Productivity standards.
  • Provides one to one coverage to consumers on special status as assigned.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Reports accident or driving violations to supervisor and human resources
  • Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
  • Actively works to enhance skills
  • Documents in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy
  • Documents in a clear and concise manner the types of consumers’ problems, daily progress notes, progress on BLSs, treatment goals addressed, and services provided
  • Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities
  • Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required
  • Follows AltaPointe policies and procedures
  • Attends appropriate in-service trainings and workshops
  • Seeks supervision and consultation as needed.
  • Documents legibly
  • Documents activities performed
  • Treats consumers with care, dignity and compassion
  • Respects consumers’ privacy and confidentiality
  • Is pleasant and cooperative with others
  • Assists consumers and visitors as needed
  • Personal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for others
  • Is sensitive to the consumers’ needs, expectations and individual differences
  • Is gentle and calm with consumers and families
  • High School Diploma or GED and current Certified Nursing Assistant in Alabama required.
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