Mental Health Worker - Psych Acute

Prime Healthcare • Aurora, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Worker provides support to adult and geriatric inpatients in the Adult Psych department under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN. The role assists licensed nursing staff with patient care and documentation, including activities of daily living, and provides basic nursing care. The Mental Health Worker supports unit operations, helps maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and participates as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team by communicating pertinent patient information to the supervising RN. Some clerical duties may also be assigned. Responsibilities are performed in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

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 certification 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, including assistance with activities of daily living.
• Provide basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients.
• Support unit functions and maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers.
• Participate as part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicate pertinent patient information to the supervising RN.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Follow Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $1,500 for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Continuing education opportunities and specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform.
• Voluntary benefit options.

What This Job Offers

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