Psych Tech - Labor Pool - Days - Adolescent

Riverside Hospital•Hampton, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Psych Tech works under the supervision of the Charge RN, Nursing Supervisor, Nurse Manager, or Director, providing personal care to patients and maintaining their environment, including for patients needing special precautions. The role requires knowledge and skills to support care appropriate to the ages of patients served on the assigned unit, including understanding growth and development across the lifespan and using patient-status information to identify age-specific needs and provide care according to departmental policies and procedures. The position assesses and treats children, adolescents, and adults seeking psychiatric and/or chemical dependency treatment. It serves as an initial contact for patients, families, referral sources, and allied agencies seeking intervention or support, and contributes to care coordination and follow-up. The Psych Tech also performs screenings and observations, checks vital signs and belongings, leads therapeutic and recreational activities, monitors patient wellbeing and safety, and assists with activities of daily living. This Labor Pool position is based in Hampton, Virginia. It requires at least four 12-hour shifts during each scheduled six-week period, including at least two weekend shifts, and one summer and one winter holiday shift per year.

Requirements

CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute, required within 30 days.
First Aid certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute, required within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
One year of behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess and treat children, adolescents, and adults seeking psychiatric and/or chemical dependency treatment.
Communicate patient, resident, and family needs accurately and completely to physicians.
Become familiar with the plan of care and provide relevant insight into overall success or areas for improvement.
Collaborate with referral sources, patients, families, and team members regarding care coordination, and provide follow-up actions as needed.
Serve as the initial contact for patients, families, referral sources, and allied agencies seeking intervention or support.
Complete accurate Intake Screening Reports describing the patient’s or caller’s complaint and condition, including initial observations upon arrival that reflect patient status and age, according to policy and procedure.
Complete vital sign checks, mini-mental status exams, and belonging checks.
Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
Monitor patients’ physical and emotional wellbeing and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff.
Observe patients for safety as directed by an RN or LPN, including rounding, direct observation, and sitter duties.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, laundry, dressing, and personal care as needed.