Mental Health Worker - Psych Acute
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides inpatient support to adult and geriatric patients in the Psych Adult/Behavioral Health department. 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, maintains a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and contributes as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team by communicating pertinent patient information to the supervising RN. The worker also performs assigned clerical duties and provides basic nursing care while following Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This is a full-time day position at Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical in Aurora, Illinois. The schedule consists of 12-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply and are discussed during the interview process.
Requirements
- If working as a CNA, 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.
- Obtain BLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintain it as current.
- One year of prior mental health experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior mental health experience.
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology.
- Hospital-setting Mental Health Worker experience if not a CNA.
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 clerical duties as assigned.
- 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
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Voluntary benefit options
- $3,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, subject to eligibility and payout terms
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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