Pediatric Behavior Health Attendant - Full-Time Day Shift

Brown Medicine•Cranston, RI

1d•$21 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of a Registered Nurse, the Behavioral Health Attendant (BHA) provides direct, non-clinical support to patients requiring direct or indirect observation and who may be experiencing mental health and behavioral challenges. BHAs collaborate with clinical staff to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment while upholding patient dignity and Brown University Health care values. The role includes observing and documenting patient behavior, mood, and activity; promptly reporting changes in patient condition; assisting with daily activities as directed; engaging patients compassionately through interaction and recreational activities; and using approved verbal intervention techniques to de-escalate situations. The attendant helps maintain safe, clean, and orderly patient care areas, protects patient rights, privacy, and confidentiality, and follows hospital safety policies and procedures. The position works alongside nurses, social workers, therapists, and physicians to support treatment goals.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Previous experience in direct patient care and/or patient observation, or completion of one year of progressive education in a human services-related field such as psychology, nursing, social work, or health sciences.
Obtain initial certification and annual recertification in the facility-approved de-escalation and restraint course, without restrictions, for staff working in behavioral health and emergency departments.
BLS certification.
Training in safe patient handling in accordance with facility guidelines.
Ability to perform physical aspects of the position, which may include lifting, turning, and moving or providing physical care to patients from sitting, standing, or kneeling positions.

Responsibilities

Receive a report on assigned patients before assuming observation responsibilities.
Conduct continuous or intermittent patient observation as assigned.
Promptly report changes in patient condition to nursing or clinical staff.
Monitor and document patient behavior, mood, and activity according to established protocols.
Maintain patient focus at all times and remain free from distractions.
Assist patients with hygiene, meals, mobility, and other daily activities as needed and as directed by a Registered Nurse.
Engage assigned patients compassionately and respectfully throughout the shift, providing interaction and recreational activities in accordance with training.
De-escalate situations using approved verbal intervention techniques to promote patient and staff safety.
Attend staff development, supervision, and staff meetings as assigned.
Keep care areas free of hazards, follow safety guidelines, and help maintain clean and orderly patient care spaces.
Observe patient rights and maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
Follow hospital policies and procedures concerning patient and staff safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Role-model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.