Mental Health Technician - St. Charles/Luling - Full Time

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job performs delegated nursing care responsibilities to Adult/Geriatric/Medical Psychiatric patients within the scope of guideline set forth by the physicians, treatment team, and other clinical Staff in accordance with Unit/Hospital policies and procedures, and local, state, federal, and JCAHO standards and requirements to provide efficient; individualize care. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.

Requirements

• Education Required - High School diploma or equivalent
• Work Experience Required - None.
• Certifications Required- American Heart Association Health Care Provider (BLS)
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
• Good interpersonal skills
• Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must have color vision.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
• The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases.
• There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred- Certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
• Maintaining Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) requirements

Responsibilities

• Provides and ensures physical needs are met for all patients by assisting with activities of daily living (ADL), i.e. oral care, meals, and other duties.
• Conducts and participates in therapeutic milieu activities for patients under the direction and guidelines set by the clinical Staff.
• Participates as a team member in implementation of improvement in the quality care standards for the Unit.
• Complies with the JCAHO National Patient Safety Goals.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.
• Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees