Mental Health Worker - Psych Acute
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides basic nursing and patient care for adult and geriatric patients in the Adult Psych department at Mercy Medical Center. Under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN, the worker assists licensed nursing staff with patient care, documents care, and helps patients with activities of daily living. The role supports unit functions and helps maintain a safe, clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers. As an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team, the worker communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN, performs assigned clerical duties, and carries out responsibilities according to Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This is a part-time night position, scheduled from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. The listed compensation range is $16.08–$23.30. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is available to qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply and are discussed during the interview process.
Requirements
- Current and valid state-issued Certified Nursing Assistant license if working as a CNA; otherwise, at least one year of experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting.
- BLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintenance of current certification.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior mental health experience.
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology.
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed nursing staff with patient care under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN.
- Document patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living.
- Support unit functions and maintain a safe, 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 applicable 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.
- $1,500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
