MHT
UHS•Portland, OR
•Onsite
About The Position
The Night Shift PRN Mental Health Technician observes, escorts, and monitors patients, reports observations to the Registered Nurse, and provides basic nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. This role also involves assisting patients with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe, secure, and clean environment, and engaging patients in positive role modeling of recovery-oriented behaviors. PRN staff are required to work a minimum of 4 shifts per month.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of behavior management strategies required to provide care for persons with psychiatric and/or substance use disorders
- Must be able to read, understand, and follow policies, procedures, and written treatment plans
- Current AHA BLS CPR
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of approved techniques to assist patients with ambulation and self-care
Responsibilities
- Observes, escorts, and monitors patients
- Reports observations to the Registered Nurse
- Provides basic nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse
- Assists patients with activities of daily living
- Assists in the maintenance of a safe, secure, and clean environment
- Engages patients in positive role models recovery-oriented behaviors
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
