Mental Health Technician: Psych - Full Time Only

University of Missouri Health Care • Columbia, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Mental Health Techs in our Assessment, Adult, or Pediatrics units. As a vital member of our team, you'll play a crucial role in the care and treatment of psychiatric patients, helping them on their journey to wellness. We value individuals who possess a keen eye for detail, as you'll be reporting and recording patient behaviors and physical changes. Your warmth and empathy will shine as you engage with patients, participating in treatment activities that contribute to their ongoing rehabilitation. Your ability to remain composed during crises will be put to the test, as you respond to various emergency situations to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and the community. Join us in making a real difference by providing essential nursing care and daily support to our patients, promoting their well-being with every action. If you're ready to be part of a team that changes lives, apply now to embark on this rewarding journey with MU Health Care.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a professional or practical nursing education program and has or will complete a Fundamentals of Nursing course within 90 days
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam registration
• Proof of certification as a Patient Care Technician (PCT)
• Direct patient care experience in the past three (3) years as a medical assistant, nursing assistant, emergency medical technician, or surgical technician
• Completion within the last three (3) years, or will complete within 180 days, an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) training program and clinical log demonstrating 100 hours of patient care experience
• Nursing licensure candidate who was unsuccessful on the state licensure examinations in the past three (3) years
• Completion a nursing program outside the United States and is awaiting the licensure examination in this country

Nice To Haves

• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Report and record observable changes in patient behavior and physical condition.
• Assist with, or participate in re-motivation, rehabilitation, re-socialization, and behavior modification programs.
• Interact with patients as a part of the treatment plan, including social, recreational, and treatment activities in order to provide continuing treatment and rehabilitation.
• Teach and/or assist residents in self-help skills and social behavior based on the level of maturation of each patient.
• Initiate and participate in group and/or individual activities with patients; escort patients as assigned.
• Participate in specialized programs, such as adjunctive therapies, and interact with patients individually.
• Retrieve and return meal carts and observe meal times for safety.
• Plan and/or assist in planning, initiating, and participating in special programs for patients such as self-help skills, social behavior, re-motivation, rehabilitation, and resocialization.
• Respond to, and participate in, crisis interventions (assaultive/resistive behavior, suicide attempts, medical emergencies, etc.) to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and the general public.
• Perform basic nursing care and provide general daily care of patients.
• Perform and record bedside nursing activities including taking and recording patients’ vital signs, collecting urine samples, and performing venipuncture to obtain a blood sample.
• Deliver specimens to designated areas.
• Assist the physician and/or nursing personnel by preparing patients for physical examinations, and oxygen therapy; and observing and caring for patients during treatments.
• Maintain a safe and clean patient environment by keeping the area free from material that could pose a hazard to patients.
• Perform grooming and hygiene (including dressing, bathing, toileting, and feeding) for patients unable to do so.
• Teach patients living skills (hygiene, grooming, social interaction, etc.) as a part of the treatment plan.
• Provide frequent offers of assistance and comfort measures to patients to ensure patient satisfaction and care needs are met.
• Maintain adequate supplies and equipment.
• Escort patients to and from medical appointments and testing procedures at other locations in the hospital.
• Accompany patients on transport to other programs/facilities throughout the state.
• Perform other duties as delegated by nursing staff and unit management as needed in both routine and emergent situations.
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed