Mental Health Worker - Psych ED

Prime Healthcare • Aurora, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Worker position is located in the Emergency Department Behavioral Health Pods at Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL. This is a Part-Time role working Nights, from 7pm to 7:30am. The Mental Health Worker assists licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living. They support unit functions, maintain a safe and clean environment, and function as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team. This role involves communicating pertinent patient information to the supervising RN, performing clerical duties as assigned, and providing basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients. Responsibilities are performed within the guidelines of Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

Requirements

• Current and valid license as a Certified Nursing Assistant issued by the State if a CNA.
• BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of one year experience working as Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting preferred.
• One (1) year prior mental health experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction and supervision of the RN, LVN or Charge RN assist the licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care including assistance with activities of daily living.
• Supports the unit functions and maintains a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and co-workers.
• Functions as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN.
• Performs some clerical duties as assigned and provides basic nursing care for the adult and geriatric patients.
• Performs responsibilities within the guidelines of the Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

Benefits

• paid time off
• a 401K retirement plan
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• tuition reimbursement
• many more voluntary benefit options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed