Psychiatric Tech II, PRN, Days
About The Position
The Psychiatric Tech II assists with assigned direct patient care under direct supervision, using knowledge and skills appropriate to patients’ physical and developmental ages. The role maintains a primary focus on providing a safe, therapeutic environment and demonstrates Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision, and values through behavior. The Psychiatric Tech II provides basic care and support to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients; encourages participation in daily living and unit activities; monitors and reports patient status; documents care; and follows licensed personnel’s directions and applicable policies and procedures. The position is listed as PRN and days.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree for Psychiatric Tech II, preferably in psychology or social services.
- Use common sense and special skills to care for patients.
- Understand technical information applicable to the job function and patient care.
- Respond quickly and take appropriate action in emergencies.
- Communicate with people.
- Change frequently from one duty to another.
- Follow and/or give precise instructions.
- Record and interpret information accurately.
- CPR certification.
- MOAB certification.
Nice To Haves
- Health care experience is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Participate in designated patient education sessions under supervision for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Provide basic patient care with minimal supervision, within established policies and the patient’s plan of care.
- Motivate patients to participate in activities of daily living and the unit program within their physical and mental capabilities.
- Promptly report patient changes, problems, complaints, and requests to appropriate personnel.
- Respond promptly to patient requests and provide needed assistance in a timely manner.
- Document observations, interactions, care, and treatment clearly and concisely.
- Check and recheck vital signs accurately and notify the unit nurse of values outside designated ranges.
- Monitor and assist patients with dietary needs and strive to ensure compliance with ordered diets.
- Provide appropriate skin care using suitable cleansing agents and other products.
- Collect specimens as directed and ensure correct identification and labeling.
- Conduct and complete personal and belongings searches according to procedure, including accurate documentation, labeling, and indicated distribution and storage of belongings.
- Accurately follow directions from licensed personnel.
- Adhere to policies and procedures and demonstrate practices that ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, coworkers, and self.
- Maintain CPR certification.
- Maintain MOAB certification.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
