Mental Health Worker - Psych Acute
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides basic nursing care to adult and geriatric inpatient psychiatric patients under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN. The role assists licensed nursing staff with patient care, documentation, and activities of daily living, and supports unit operations while helping maintain 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 and performs assigned clerical duties. Responsibilities are carried out in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This is a full-time day position at Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois. The schedule consists of 12-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. The listed 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 discussed during the interview process.
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.
- 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 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, 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.
- $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
