Mental Health Worker - Psych ED
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker works in the Emergency Department Behavioral Health Pods at Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois. Under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN, the worker assists licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living. The role supports unit functions and helps maintain a safe, clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers. As an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team, the worker communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN, performs assigned clerical duties, and provides basic nursing care to adult and geriatric patients. Responsibilities must be performed in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This is a full-time overnight position, scheduled from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The listed compensation range is $16.08 to $23.30. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply and will be discussed during the interview process. Mercy Medical Center is part of the Prime Healthcare network. The employer describes its benefits as including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities, specialized training through the PrimE-Academy platform, and additional voluntary benefit options. The interview process is described as one interview with flexible scheduling and quick decision-making.
Requirements
- If a CNA, hold a current and valid Certified Nursing Assistant license issued by the state; if not a CNA, have at least one year of experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting.
- Obtain BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current BLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior mental health experience.
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology.
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Support unit functions and maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers.
- Participate as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team and communicate pertinent patient information to the supervising RN.
- Perform assigned clerical duties.
- Provide basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients.
- Perform responsibilities in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education opportunities
- Specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform
- Voluntary benefit options
- $3,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
