CNA GeriPsych PRN Nights
Kindred Healthcare•Livingston, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant – Psych provides supportive care to patients in a behavioral health unit under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, promoting safety through observation and redirection, supporting therapeutic interventions, and maintaining a secure and respectful environment for psychiatric patients.
Requirements
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of practice Upon Hire (Required)
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Like AHA or Red Cross Within Facility-Specified time frame (Required)
- Must be able to stand/walk for long periods and lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
- Proficient in electronic medical records and basic computer use
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
- Minimum of six (6) months experience in an acute care, long-term care, or behavioral health setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Assists patients with personal care, hygiene, ambulation, feeding, and elimination needs
- Supports patients with psychosocial needs under supervision of the RN
- Provides safe patient positioning, transfer, and mobility support
- Documents intake/output, vital signs, weights, and patient behaviors in EMR
- Maintains clean and organized patient rooms and unit environments
- Answers call lights and responds to patient needs promptly and respectfully
- Participates in therapeutic activities, patient observation, and safety checks
- Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge procedures
- Applies and monitors restraints as directed and maintains documentation
- Transports patients to procedures and departments as needed
- Participates in crisis interventions and assists in de-escalation under RN direction
- Communicates effectively with the healthcare team, patients, and families
- Provides post-mortem care and assists in body transport as needed
- Adheres to infection control and safety protocols
- Maintains awareness of patient confidentiality and boundaries
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
