Mental Health Worker - Psych Acute

Prime Healthcare • Aurora, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Worker provides inpatient care to adult and geriatric patients under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN. The role assists licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care, including help with activities of daily living. The Mental Health Worker supports unit functions, helps maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and contributes as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team by communicating pertinent patient information to the supervising RN. The position also performs assigned clerical duties and provides basic nursing care. Responsibilities must be 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-shift position in the Psych Adult/Behavioral Health department at Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical in Aurora, Illinois. The schedule is 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. in 12-hour shifts, with rotating weekends and holidays. A sign-on bonus is available to qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply, with details 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, a minimum of one year of experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting is preferred.
• Obtain BLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintain it as current.

Nice To Haves

• One year of prior mental health experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology is preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting is preferred for candidates who are not CNAs.

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

• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Voluntary benefit options
• Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates, subject to eligibility and payout terms

What This Job Offers

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