Mental Health Worker - Psych ED
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker supports care for adult and geriatric patients in the Emergency Department Behavioral Health Pods. 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 activities of daily living. The role also supports unit operations, helps maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and works as part of the interdisciplinary care team by communicating pertinent patient information to the supervising RN. Some clerical duties and basic nursing care are included. 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, night-shift position at Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois, with a stated shift of 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The estimated compensation range is $16.08 to $23.30. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available to qualified candidates, subject to eligibility and payout terms. Mercy Medical Center describes a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities, specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform, and other voluntary benefit options. The employer also describes a streamlined interview process with one interview, quick decisions, and flexible interview scheduling.
Requirements
- If working as a CNA, hold a current and valid state-issued Certified Nursing Assistant license.
- 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 is preferred.
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology is preferred.
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 and 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 insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education opportunities
- Specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform
- Other 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
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
