Mental Health Worker - Psych Acute
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides support to adult and geriatric patients in an inpatient psychiatric acute-care department. Under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN, the role assists licensed nursing staff with patient care and documentation, including activities of daily living. The Mental Health Worker supports unit operations, helps maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN as part of the interdisciplinary care team. The position also performs assigned clerical duties and provides basic nursing care in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This is a full-time night position at Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical in Aurora, Illinois. The schedule is 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with rotating weekends and holidays.
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 within 30 days of hire and maintain current certification.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior mental health experience preferred.
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology 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 patient care and documentation 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.
- Communicate pertinent patient information to the supervising RN as part of the interdisciplinary care team.
- Perform clerical duties as assigned.
- Provide basic nursing care to 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
- 401K retirement plan
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Voluntary benefit options
- Sign-on bonus of $3,000 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
