Mental Health Associate II

MultiCare Health System•Spokane Valley, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Associate II provides a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment for an assigned patient experiencing confusion, suicidal ideation or another psychiatric condition requiring close supervision. The role provides direct observation and works in conjunction with the Registered Nurse assigned to the patient. The position is at MultiCare Valley Hospital, a 123-bed acute-care hospital in Spokane Valley. The schedule is 12-hour day shifts, with six shifts in a six-week period, including three weekend shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Current BLS certification.
Current Washington State Certified Nurse Assistant license.
Previous patient care experience.

Nice To Haves

Patient care experience in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

Observe the assigned patient while maintaining a direct line of vision at all times, and immediately communicate unusual occurrences to the nurse responsible for the patient.
Help maintain a safe, hazard-free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting patient room searches, reporting unsafe conditions, implementing safety interventions and providing appropriate emotional support.
Orient the patient and the patient's family to the facility, policies and procedures.
Document patient care activities.
Immediately intervene when the patient attempts an unsafe activity, such as climbing out of bed, attempting to ambulate without assistance, pulling at lines or tubes, or displaying aggressive behavior; seek assistance as necessary.
Change bed linens, tidy the room and empty trash as needed.
Provide direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse.
Maintain clean and orderly utility rooms.