Geriatric Psych MHT
About The Position
The Mental Health Technician shall provide patient care at the direction of the Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse. The Technician shall be responsible to assist patients with activities of daily living, and to assist with admission and discharge procedures. This individual shall lead or serve as co-facilitator for patient groups, as well as to orient new patients to the unit environment. The Technician shall complete safety/location checks of all patients, and other care functions as assigned by the Charge Nurse. This position may have additional duties assigned that are in scope of the role.
Requirements
- High School graduate or equivalent required.
- Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician Certification or equivalent experience.
- Stable physical and mental health.
- Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to frequently cope with stressful/rapidly changing situations.
- Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety, principles of physical care and comfort.
- Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
Nice To Haves
- CNA or PCT certification preferred.
- Medical terminology training preferred.
- Additional certifications (Secure, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care at the direction of the Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Assist with admission and discharge procedures.
- Lead or serve as co-facilitator for patient groups.
- Orient new patients to the unit environment.
- Complete safety/location checks of all patients.
- Perform other care functions as assigned by the Charge Nurse.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
