PRN Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Days/Nights

TruHealth • Martin, TN

4h

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of nurses. The role assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, and helps maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and provide crisis intervention. Unity Psychiatric Care operates psychiatric hospitals serving geriatric patients experiencing mental health crises or behavioral disturbances, including those associated with dementia.

Requirements

• CNA certification is required.
• Complete CMS Restraint and Seclusion training before direct patient care and complete yearly refreshers.
• Be willing and able to work flexible hours.
• The position may require unscheduled overtime, after-hours work, and weekend work.
• The job requires frequent lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience in a mental health, patient care, or geriatric setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete, file, and retrieve medical records.
• Provide direct patient care, including assistance with bathing, dressing, and walking.
• Transport patients and equipment.
• Monitor patients for assessments and report findings to a supervisor.
• Complete admission paperwork and orient patients to the hospital.
• Participate in and assist with recreational activities for patients.
• Participate in and assist with therapeutic activities for patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed