CNA 7p-7:30a Rotating Weekends

Universal Health Services•Denton, TX

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Serving North Texas and surrounding communities since 2005, University Behavioral Health of Denton (UBH Denton) is a private, 104-bed, free-standing psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care for adolescents and adults. We offer inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services and are very proud of our specialized Women's program. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment that puts patient care first while also having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. The Certified Nursing Assistant functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. CNAs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Requirements

High School Degree or equivalent preferred
Certified Nursing Assistant required
Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
A minimum of one (1) year experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
CNA licensure.
Successful completion CPR certification, Handle with Care and Verbal De-escalation within 30 days of employment prior to assisting in restraining procedures.
May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

Registered Behavioral Technician in the State of Texas (RBT) preferred.

Responsibilities

Take and record vital signs properly.
Utilize sound judgment during assessment and observe and documents any changes in a patient's appearance, behavior or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
Communicate changes in patient's condition to the charge nurse.