Mental Health Worker - Psych Acute
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides basic nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in the Adult Psych department at Mercy Medical Center. Under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN, the worker assists licensed nursing staff with patient care and documentation, including activities of daily living. The role supports unit functions, helps maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and contributes to 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. This is a part-time night position at the Aurora, Illinois facility, with a 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. shift and rotating weekends and holidays. The compensation range is $16.08 to $23.30. A $1,500 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 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 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 patient care and documentation, including assistance with activities of daily living, under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN.
- Provide basic nursing care to adult and geriatric patients.
- Support unit functions and maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers.
- Work 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 state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Benefits
- 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.
- $1,500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
