PSYCH TECH II

Covenant Health•Louisville, TN

22h

About The Position

The Psychiatric Technician II provides quality patient care on Unit E - Women's Thought by supervising and guiding patients and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment. As part of the patient care team, the technician supports patients’ treatment plans, monitors their activities and needs, documents care, and communicates changes or concerns to nursing staff. The role also includes assisting with daily living activities, therapeutic programming, emergency readiness, staff training, and ongoing quality improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of prior experience in a healthcare setting, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
No licensure required.

Responsibilities

Supervise and guide patients in daily program activities as part of the patient care team.
Maintain a safe and therapeutic patient environment and help structure and monitor the unit milieu.
Promptly report patient complaints and changes in psychiatric or medical condition to the Registered Nurse.
Complete required operational paperwork and objectively document patient care in the medical record.
Understand and implement emergency policies and procedures; ensure emergency restrictive devices are available and in good working order each shift.
Work with the Nurse Manager, Nurse Supervisor, Team Leader Psychiatric Technician, and co-workers to structure and monitor the unit milieu; report patient-related working problems to the Registered Nurse or Team Leader Psychiatric Technician.
Participate in training and orientation of new staff as directed by organizational leaders.
Oversee patient goals and provide related feedback with the supervision and assistance of the Registered Nurse.
Monitor and document patient activities in the milieu and any specialized observation needs.
Monitor vital signs, collect urine specimens, and assist patients with activities of daily living according to guidelines and policies under the clinical direction of the Registered Nurse.
Deliver therapeutic activities as an extension of Clinical Services and Physical Therapy departments.
Use small-group dynamics, scheduled activities, and the therapeutic milieu to carry out each patient’s Treatment Plan; provide patient support and limits.
Attend shift report and share relevant patient information.
Accompany patients to other facilities for appointments and treatments as required.
Maintain required certifications and complete mandatory education within specified time frames.
Attend staff meetings and development sessions to maintain and enhance job knowledge.
Participate in facility committees and patient-care initiatives as directed by the Nurse Manager.
Be punctual and prepared to perform duties; present a professional image in appearance and service delivery.
Communicate work-related issues, concerns, and problems to supervisory staff.
Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards; complete annual education assignments; work toward goals and objectives; and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.