Mental Health Technician | Unit 62 North Tower | Full-time | Variable (3-12's shifts)

UF Health • Gainesville, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician functions as an assistant to the nurse in Inpatient Psychiatry under the direct supervision of the R.N. The role supports maintenance of a therapeutic and safe environment, maintains therapeutic relationships with patients in support of treatment goals, and assists with direct patient care. The technician monitors and intervenes in the environment to provide a safe, therapeutic milieu. This position provides nursing support in pursuit of excellent patient care and nursing practice committed to patient advocacy, innovative care, trust, and collaboration.

The position is based in Gainesville, Florida, with an FTE of 0.90 and three 12-hour shifts. Hours and days are variable.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); or
• Current enrollment in an approved professional nursing or practical nursing preparation program, with successful completion of the didactic and clinical portions of nursing fundamentals coursework; or
• Junior or senior high school student attending the Institute of Health Professions, holding CNA certification, and recommended by the instructor.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), if applicable.
• Must successfully pass an AHCA Level 2 screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse in Inpatient Psychiatry under the direct supervision of the R.N.
• Support maintenance of a therapeutic and safe environment.
• Maintain therapeutic relationships with patients in support of treatment goals.
• Assist with delivery of direct patient care.
• Monitor and intervene in the environment to provide a safe, therapeutic milieu.
• Provide nursing support aligned with patient advocacy, innovative patient care, trust, and collaboration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED