Mental Health Worker - Psych Child and Adolescent
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides inpatient support to the child and adolescent behavioral health department under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN. The role assists licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living. It supports unit functions and helps maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers. As part of the interdisciplinary care team, the Mental Health Worker communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN, performs assigned clerical duties, and provides basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients. Responsibilities are carried out according to Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This is a full-time night-shift position with 12-hour shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. at Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical in Aurora, Illinois.
Requirements
- If working as a CNA, hold a current and valid Certified Nursing Assistant license issued by the state.
- If not a CNA, have at least one year of experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting.
- Obtain BLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintain current certification.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior mental health experience.
- 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 clerical duties as assigned.
- Provide basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients.
- Follow Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of $3,000 is available to qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply, with details discussed during the interview process.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Medical coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Additional voluntary benefit options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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