Certified Nursing Assistant, AM (Daphne)

AltaPointe Health•Daphne, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Current Certified Nursing Assistant in Alabama required

Responsibilities

Perform daily tasks of obtaining vital signs, obtaining accuchecks, performing EKG’s as needed in addition to basic observation and monitoring of consumer(s) on assigned unit.
Provide patient care for totally dependent consumers.
Demonstrate the ability to deescalate a crisis situation through use of mindset principles while effectively communicating with other staff members.
Perform 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.
Provide ongoing monitoring and interaction with the consumers.
Provide daily assessment of consumer’s behavior and records and submits information according to policy and standards.
Assist consumers with personal care, activities, current events and safety issues.
Provide training on basic living skills according to the consumer’s psychiatric rehabilitation goals.
Demonstrate the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation.
Effectively collaborate with the treatment team member.
Demonstrate willingness to work on any unit at BayPointe/EastPointe based on facility needs.
Model appropriate behavior including but not limited to communication skills, grooming, manners, etc.
Meet AltaPointe Productivity standards.
Provide one to one coverage to consumers on special status as assigned.
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
Report accident or driving violations to supervisor and human resources.
Accept and employ suggestions for improvement.
Actively work to enhance skills.
Document in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy.
Document in a clear and concise manner the types of consumers’ problems, daily progress notes, progress on BLSs, treatment goals addressed, and services provided.
Actively participate in Performance Improvement activities.
Actively participate in AltaPointe committees as required.
Follow AltaPointe policies and procedures.
Attend appropriate in-service trainings and workshops.
Seek supervision and consultation as needed.
Document legibly.
Document activities performed.
Treat consumers with care, dignity and compassion.
Respect consumers’ privacy and confidentiality.
Be pleasant and cooperative with others.
Assist consumers and visitors as needed.
Ensure personal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for others.
Be sensitive to the consumers’ needs, expectations and individual differences.
Be gentle and calm with consumers and families.
Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.