Mental Health Worker (MHW)

Prime Healthcare • La Palma, CA

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About The Position

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital is hiring a Mental Health Worker (MHW) to support inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care. The hospital is a 141-bed acute-care community hospital and a member of Prime Healthcare.

For inpatient care, under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN, the Mental Health Worker assists licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care, including activities of daily living. The role supports unit functions, helps maintain a safe and clean environment, communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN, and works as part of the interdisciplinary care team. Duties also include assigned clerical tasks and basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients. Responsibilities must follow Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

For outpatient care, under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing, RN, and Program Director, the Mental Health Worker carries out activities-of-daily-living programs and individual treatment plans for psychiatric patients.

Requirements

• If a CNA, must hold a current and valid Certified Nursing Assistant license issued by the State.
• If not a CNA, a minimum of one year of experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting is preferred.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintained as current.

Nice To Haves

• One year of prior mental health experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting is preferred for applicants who are not CNAs.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care, including activities of daily living, under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN.
• Support unit functions and help maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and co-workers.
• Work as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicate pertinent patient information to the supervising RN.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Provide basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients.
• Perform responsibilities according to Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
• Carry out activities-of-daily-living programs and individual treatment plans for psychiatric patients in the outpatient setting under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing, RN, and Program Director.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Voluntary benefit options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed