Mental Health Worker - Psych Acute
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides basic nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting. Under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN, the worker assists licensed nursing staff with patient care and documentation, including support with activities of daily living. The role supports unit functions, helps maintain 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 carries out responsibilities in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This is a part-time, day-shift position at Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical in Aurora, Illinois, with 12-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Rotating weekends and holidays are required. A sign-on bonus is available to qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply and are discussed during the interview process.
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 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.
- Provide basic nursing care to adult and geriatric patients.
- Perform clerical duties as assigned.
- Follow Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Medical coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Voluntary benefit options.
- Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
