Mental Health Technician PRN

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs duties of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse to help provide the psychological, emotional and physical care and support required by each patient. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Requirements

Patient Documentation (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with patient documentation.
Patient Assessment (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with patient assessments.
Patient Diagnosis (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with patient diagnosis.
Environment of Care (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience or training working with set up and maintenance of patient exam rooms, supplies and equipment.
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Relevant Work Experience
Less than 1 year of experience

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Carries out procedures under supervision of Registered Nurse including special precautions, Handle with Care skills and seclusion and restraint correctly and safely.
Documents all pertinent clinical information on a daily basis, including all unusual incidents.
Completes documentation for Seclusion/Restraint and Special Precautions accurately.