CNA - Part Time | Road to Home (1575)

LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER•Leesburg, FL

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Road to Home serves as a statewide step-down residential program for adults. The CNA position is integral to the efficient functioning of the Units. They will, by virtue of their role, have primary patient contact and, in that role, will have influence on patient treatment and progress. As such, CNAs are professional staff members with responsibility for maintenance of a secure therapeutic milieu in cooperation with a variety of disciplines, most importantly the nursing staff.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Valid CNA FL Certification required
Prior experience in a mental health setting is preferred but may be waived given demonstrated desire for professional development through continuing education participation.
Desirable to have experience working with psychiatric or co-occurring consumers of all ages
Strong understanding of patient care procedures and protocols.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Ability to perform basic nursing tasks such as taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and maintaining patient hygiene.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment and manage time effectively.
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care with a strong sense of empathy.
Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently.
Basic computer skills for documentation and communication purposes.

Responsibilities

Learn and apply the daily routine and the principles of mental health nursing.
Help with the admission of consumers, including taking vital signs, bath, and shampoo, if necessary, body check, checking for hazardous objects, listing valuables and personal possessions, and orienting the consumer to the unit.
Check any unusual sounds, report suspicious behavior of consumers or visitors, report difficulties with visitors, check consumer’s rooms for hidden hazardous objects or medications, and search and record items brought into consumers.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and progress notes.
Support patients in achieving their treatment goals and encourage positive behavioral changes.
Uphold the standards and policies of LifeStream while demonstrating professionalism and ethical behavior at all times.