Therapeutic Assistant MUSC Leatherman Acute Psychosis Unit PRN

Medical University of South Carolina

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Therapeutic Assistant I reports to the Nurse Manager. Under limited supervision, the Therapeutic Assistant I is responsible for providing patient care as directed by a multi-disciplinary treatment program, orienting new care team members, conducting and documenting group programming, obtaining and documenting vital signs, recording meal percentages, documenting applicable patient care in the electronic medical record, and other duties as directed by registered nurses and the Nurse Manager. Additionally, requirements include attending 75% of unit staff meetings.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent required
• Certification in Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required
• Certification in de-escalation training within the orientation period for employment

Nice To Haves

• Behavioral health or a related healthcare experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Providing patient care as directed by a multi-disciplinary treatment program
• Orienting new care team members
• Conducting and documenting group programming
• Obtaining and documenting vital signs
• Recording meal percentages
• Documenting applicable patient care in the electronic medical record
• Other duties as directed by registered nurses and the Nurse Manager
• Attending 75% of unit staff meetings

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED