Mental Health Worker - Psych ED
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker works in the Emergency Department Behavioral Health Pods at Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois, on a full-time night shift. 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 activities of daily living. The role supports unit operations, helps maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and contributes as part of the interdisciplinary care team by communicating relevant patient information to the supervising RN. The worker also performs assigned clerical duties and provides basic nursing care to adult and geriatric patients, following nursing standards, hospital policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Requirements
- If working as a CNA, hold a current and valid state-issued Certified Nursing Assistant license.
- If not a CNA, at least 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.
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 clerical duties as assigned.
- Provide basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients.
- Perform duties in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education opportunities
- Specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform
- Voluntary benefit options
- $3,000 sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
