Mental Health Tech II - ORMC Emergency Dept - Nights

Orlando Health • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

The Mental Health Tech performs general nursing care to patients in a manner that considers safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). This position requires working 3 shifts per week from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Center in Central Florida. The hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as a Best Hospital in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions. Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet® Recognition, the gold standard for nursing's contribution to quality patient care, safety, research, and service excellence. Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices, and outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families, and communities we serve. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Maintains current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Must obtain and maintain current Handle with Care (HWC) Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Two (2) years experience in one of the following is required: Mental Health Technician, Psychology Technician, Psychiatric Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Registered Behavioral Health Technician, Behavioral Health Specialist, Direct Support Personnel, Group Home Assistant/Paraprofessional, Correctional Officers, EMT, Paramedics, Medical Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, Home Health Aides, Patient Care Assistants, Nursing Assistant, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Corpsman.
• Associate’s degree in psychology, education, child development or a healthcare-related field may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Documents observations on assigned patients in legible, accurate and appropriate format following hospital and unit procedures.
• Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team.
• Assists with nursing education groups.
• Completes assignments of AM/PM care, vital signs, phlebotomy, total milieu supervision of patient care.
• Assists members of the nursing team and/or other disciplines; assist with admissions and discharges as assigned.
• Demonstrates competency in unit specific tasks and skills as defined by unit specific competency list.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Participates in nursing Performance Improvement (PI) activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Practices efficient use of supplies.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized unit.
• Receives and processes incoming calls, patient calls and guest requests.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED