Mental Health Worker - Psych Acute
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker Inpatient works under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN to assist licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living. The role supports unit functions and maintains a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers. As an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team, the Mental Health Worker communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN, performs assigned clerical duties, and provides basic nursing care to adult and geriatric patients. Responsibilities are performed in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This is a full-time overnight position in the Psych Acute Adult department at Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical in Aurora, Illinois. The schedule is 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available to qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply and will be discussed during the interview process.
Requirements
- If working as 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.
- Perform assigned clerical duties.
- Provide basic nursing care to adult and geriatric patients.
- Perform responsibilities in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package with options that employees can tailor to their needs.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Medical coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Voluntary benefit options.
- Sign-on bonus of $3,000 for qualified candidates, subject to eligibility and payout terms.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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