PRN Mental Health Worker - Behavioral Health ED

Augusta Health • Fishersville, VA

5d • $18 - $25

About The Position

Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the Mental Health Worker in Behavioral Health Emergency Services provides direct patient care to patients with psychiatric disorders in the emergency room. The role requires knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care to patients served in the Emergency Room and to deliver care in accordance with department policies and procedures while maintaining Augusta Health Service Standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• De-escalation certification within 30 days of hire and annually.
• Must be able to participate in crisis intervention techniques.
• Human Rights Training.
• Restraint Competency.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate with patients and other staff verbally, auditorily, and in writing using Augusta Health documentation.
• Ability to ambulate self, patients, and equipment to facilitate patient safety and patient or equipment transfers.
• Ability to perform detailed assignments, work under pressure, and relate professionally to patients, hospital/medical staff, and visitors.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental requirements of the job in a fast-paced, complex emergency setting.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in mental health.
• Healthcare and/or Human Services experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to patients with psychiatric disorders in the emergency room under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the Emergency Room.
• Provide care according to department policies and procedures and maintain Augusta Health Service Standards.
• Participate in crisis intervention techniques.
• Communicate with patients and staff verbally, auditorily, and in writing using Augusta Health documentation.
• Ambulate self, patients, and equipment to facilitate patient safety and patient or equipment transfers.
• Perform detailed assignments and relate professionally to patients, hospital and medical staff, and visitors.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED