Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA) - Ramapo Ridge Behavioral Health Hospital

Christian Health Care Center•Wyckoff, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA) at Ramapo Ridge Behavioral Health Hospital performs activities related to implementing nursing care plans and nursing standards, policies, and procedures under the direction of an RN. The PNA contributes to the development, evaluation, and reassessment of care plans by observing and reporting changes in patients’ behavior and physical status, and helps maintain a safe, therapeutic unit environment. The role provides care to adult patients ages 19–64 and geriatric patients ages 65 and older, and requires understanding and embracing Christian Health Care Center’s mission. This is a full-time position scheduled 3 p.m.–11 p.m., Monday through Friday, and every other weekend. The hourly rate is $18.00, with shift and weekend differentials listed separately.

Requirements

Prior experience in a health care facility.
Ability to document changes in patients' emotional and physical status on patient care flow sheets.
Ability to communicate with physicians, nursing staff, visitors, patients, families, and other departments in accordance with the organization's philosophy and Service Excellence standards.
Demonstrate compliance with the CH ASPIRE Standards of Performance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a psychiatric facility.
High school graduation or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise or assist with after-meal care, including removing trays and encouraging patients to brush their teeth and wash up.
Serve food trays and assist patients with feeding as indicated.
Help patients prepare for activities and social programs according to unit schedules.
Answer call bells promptly.
Change bed linens.
Assist or supervise patients walking, with or without self-help devices, as instructed.
Promptly report changes in a patient's condition to the Charge/Staff Nurse.
Keep floors dry and report spills immediately.
Maintain intake and output records as instructed.
Greet patients and escort them to their rooms.
Inform the Charge/Staff Nurse of equipment and supply needs.
Record supplies and equipment used for appropriate procedures and report this information to the Charge/Staff Nurse.
Assist with transporting patients to and from appointments, activities, and social programs as assigned or necessary.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient care information.
Document changes in patients' emotional and physical status on patient care flow sheets.