Psychiatric Nursing Asst II - Adult Psychiatry Unit (7RC)

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant II to perform specific tasks that support the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses. The position is based on 7RC, a 25-bed adult psychiatry unit that uses an evidence-based, patient-centered, interdisciplinary approach. Physicians, psychologists, advanced practice providers, master’s-level therapists, nurses, social workers, dieticians, occupational therapists, and recreational therapists collaborate with patients and families. The unit uses therapeutic modalities including dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed care, and will feature a behavioral health consultant position intended to support patient and team outcomes. This position is 60% (24 hours per week) and works rotating shifts, every other weekend, and rotating holidays. It is located at John Pappajohn Pavilion in Iowa City, Iowa. The position requires one year of experience as a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant I or in a similar position, as well as successful completion of the established Psychiatric Nursing Assistant Training Program or an equivalent program.

Requirements

One year of experience as a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant I or in a similar position.
Successful completion of the established Psychiatric Nursing Assistant Training Program or an equivalent program.
Ability to work in an environment with conflicting demands or priorities and rushed or urgent timelines.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and respond quickly to emergencies.
Ability to maintain attention to detail over extended periods and remain aware of changing situations.
Strong communication skills.
Tolerance for an active work environment with potential for negative behavior.
Ability to work well with people at all levels and of all types.
Applicants must upload a resume addressing how they meet the required and desired qualifications.
Successful candidates must disclose conviction history and undergo a criminal background check and credential and education verification.

Responsibilities

Establish therapeutic relationships with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
Participate in planning patient care appropriate to the patient’s condition and age.
Document patient behavior factually and legibly, and identify information to report to the registered nurse.
Maintain patient safety and security by providing physical care and assistance and following standard precautions.
Supervise patients during activities.
Identify potential crisis situations, report them to the registered nurse, and intervene.
Assist patients with personal hygiene, including bathing, toileting, feeding, dressing, grooming, and oral care.
Take patients’ temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
Clean equipment, patient bedside areas, and the nursing unit.
Prepare rooms for patient admissions.
Transport patients by bed, cart, or wheelchair.
Transport equipment, specimens, and supplies.
Stock and supply patient rooms and the nursing unit.
Perform basic CPR as required.
Maintain patient confidentiality.