Mental Health Worker - Psych Child and Adolescent
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker works in the inpatient Psych Child and Adolescent/Behavioral Health department at Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical in Aurora, Illinois. Under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN, the worker assists licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with 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. The worker also performs assigned clerical duties and provides basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients. Responsibilities are performed according to Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This is a full-time night position with 12-hour shifts scheduled from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. A $3,000 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 current certification.
- One year of prior mental health experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior mental health experience.
- For non-CNAs, at least one year of experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting.
- 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
- $3,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Medical coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Voluntary benefit options.
- Comprehensive benefits package with options that employees can customize.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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