ABH Psychiatric Tech II PRN
Company: Maria Parham Health
Location: Louisburg
Posted on: April 30, 2024
|
|
Job Description:
Maria Parham Health Who We Are: People are our passion and
purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not
just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds, Maria Parham Health
is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are
fully licensed by Joint Commission, the College of American
Pathologists, and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.
Where We Are: Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the
region's largest lake, providing endless hours of fun boating,
fishing, water skiing, and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting
and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find
yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next! Why Choose
Us: Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for
full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and
PTO donation programs Employee Assistance Program - mental,
physical, and financial wellness assistance Loan Repayment and
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants Robust
employee recognition and awards programs And much more Position
Summary The Psychiatric Technician is responsible for assisting the
Registered Nurse in meeting needs of psychiatric patients.
Functions under supervision of the Nurse Manager, Supervisor,
charge nurse or RN on the unit to which assigned.
Reports to: Nurse Manager Adult Behavioral Health Responsibilities
of the Position Observes, reports, and documents signs and symptoms
or changes in patient behavior to charge nurse. Interacts with
patients therapeutically. Assists, initiates, and participates in
social and recreational activities, group therapy, patient teaching
groups, and other group activities. Uses Handle with Care
techniques appropriately. Makes rounds on assigned patients at
least every half hour during shift. Demonstrates flexibility in
changing workload. Responds to patients with empathy, maintaining
their dignity and confidentiality. Participates in unit-based
process improvement activities. Participates in unit-based
committees. May include on-call duties as requested by
administration. All mandatory training as per facility policy.
Other tasks and duties as assigned. Minimum Education High school
diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of Certified Nursing
Assistant program is required. Handle with Care training through
Maria Parham Health must be completed within 90 days of hire date.
Certifications/Licenses Active and valid Certified Nursing
Assistant (CNA) certification is required. Basic Life Support (BLS)
certification through American Heart Association (AHA) is required
upon hire date. Required Skills Critical thinking skills, decisive
judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Physical Requirements Works in patient care area with potentially
combative or self-destructive patients, including behavior control
areas. Each employee has the responsibility to work in a safe
manner. Work requires walking, standing, lifting, reaching,
handling of charts, supplies, equipment, blood, and body fluids.
EEOC Statement Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal
Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and
complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination
against any employee or applicant for employment because of color,
race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic
information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status,
or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local
law.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking
for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Keywords: Maria Parham Health, Chapel Hill , ABH Psychiatric Tech II PRN, Healthcare , Louisburg, North Carolina
Click
here to apply!
|