Mental Health Worker

East Liverpool City Hospital • East Liverpool, OH

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About The Position

East Liverpool City Hospital, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, is seeking a Mental Health Worker. The hospital is a community hospital serving the tristate region, with 152 licensed beds and more than 500 employees.

For inpatient work, 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 provides basic nursing care to adult and geriatric patients. Some clerical duties may also be assigned.

For outpatient work, under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing, RN, and Program Director, the Mental Health Worker carries out activities-of-daily-living programming and individual treatment plans for psychiatric patients. 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 within 30 days of hire and maintain current certification.

Nice To Haves

• One year of prior mental health experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living.
• Support unit functions and maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and co-workers.
• Participate as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team and communicate pertinent patient information to the supervising RN.
• Provide basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• For outpatient work, carry out activities-of-daily-living programming and individual treatment plans for psychiatric patients.
• Perform responsibilities in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

What This Job Offers

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