Psych Multi-Skilled PCT/Sec - Inpatient

Hartford HealthCare • Torrington, CT

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Nurse Leader and the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Multi-Skilled Psychiatric Technician is responsible for performing specific duties that support the care and well-being of psychiatric patients, which includes direct and indirect patient care activities that are essential to providing a safe and efficient care environment. This position performs selected interventions and activities that contribute to providing comprehensive care to patients in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies, and procedures. In addition, along with the care team, this position is responsible for ensuring a positive patient experience. This role performs in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and necessitates flexibility in scheduling.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Psychology or 5 years of experience in an acute behavioral health care setting
• Completes Crisis Prevention Intervention Training within 3 months of hire
• 2-3 years of experience in an acute behavioral health setting

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• EPIC experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the RN and the nursing/treatment care team by performing nursing care measures that contribute to the daily management of patient care.
• Upholds infection prevention standards.
• Spend time in the milieu observing and monitoring patients’ mental, emotional, and behavioral status to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment by preventing and de-escalating crises.
• Performs and assists with direct patient care: bathing, grooming, oral / denture care, perineal care, toileting, elimination, feeding, positioning, repositioning and ambulation.
• Performs interventions including: specimen collection, Point of Care Testing.
• Obtains and records vital signs using the electronic medical record.
• EKG
• Phlebotomy
• Adhere to hospital policies, HIPAA regulations, and professional ethical standards.
• Responds to Behavioral Interventions using non-violent crisis intervention skills training.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, social workers, therapists, and providers in implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Management of milieu safety including groups, meals, 15-minute observations, managing visitors, securing belongings.
• Environment of Care (EOC) rounds.
• Prepares and assists with facilitating Patient socialization/education groups to patients.
• Performs clerical functions related to pre-admissions, admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Orient and mentor new psychiatric technicians and support staff to the unit.
• Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating best practices and professionalism.
• Provide feedback and support during the onboarding process to facilitate team integration and competency.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire, including seven paid holidays
• Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs
• Stress free commute; Free parking / no shuttles
• Staff kitchen
• Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees