CNA Mental Health Tech Senior Behavioral Health

Company: RehabCare Group
Location: Watertown
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

$7,500 Sign On Bonus with 2 year agreement!

NOC SHIFT WEEKEND PROGRAM - 72 HOURS PER PAYCHECK

NIGHT SHIFT AND WEEKEND SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS!

Watertown Regional Medical Center, Sr. Behavioral Health Unit, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for the role of Mental Health Technician (MHT). Will be responsible to assist with nursing care of the patient, within the Sr. Behavioral Health unit. Working under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, will performs basic nursing care, assists patients with activities of daily living, maintains a safe and therapeutic environment and assists in the admission, provision of care, discharge and transfer of patients. Will work collaboratively as a part of a patient focused team to provide excellent care and services in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Care is provided based on individual treatment plan with specific attention to the age and developmental stage of the patient, cultural factors, level of functioning, mental status, medical issues and family/living environment affecting treatment.

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) is responsible to assist with nursing care of the patient, within the Senior Behavioral Health unit. Working under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, the Behavioral Health Patient Care Partner performs basic nursing care, assists patients with activities of daily living, maintains a safe and therapeutic environment and assists in the admission, provision of care, discharge and transfer of patients. Will work collaboratively as a part of a patient focused team to provide excellent care and services in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Care is provided based on individual treatment plan with specific attention to the age and developmental stage of the patient, cultural factors, level of functioning, mental status, medical issues and family/living environment affecting treatment.

Essential Functions

• Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN. Assist in the admission process, including obtaining vital signs, safety search of patients and personal belongings, obtaining urine specimens and orienting new patients to the service.
• Performs plan of care interventions and documents direct care assignments such as assistance with personal care and other activities of daily living, vital signs, weights, heights, routine specimen collections. Escorts patients to diagnostic tests and radiology.
• May administer medication.
• Documents patient care given and interventions in accordance with hospital policy and departmental standards of care.
• Assists RN with development of plan of care. Seeks consultation from physician, RN, and other coworkers as needed.
• Develops and implements long and short-term goals in conjunction with performance evaluation and planning.
• Completes timely levels of observation and patient rounds as assigned. Documents promptly on flow sheet. Guides and assists patients in adhering to service safety and community policies and procedures. Evaluates the environment to ensure patient safety and promptly communicates any safety risks to Registered Nurse.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. Assists in patient care and attends to patient within guidelines as supervised by the physician or RN.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient by demonstrating willingness to meet the needs of patients, patients' families, physicians and other hospital departments.
• Stocks and replaces department supplies, equipment and other items needed to provide necessary stock for patient care.
• Maintains a structured, safe and therapeutic environment. Conducts psycho-educational sessions or other activity groups per therapeutic group schedule. Monitors medical condition of patients and reports changes to appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrates immediate intervention in critical situations.
• Identifies malfunctioning equipment and implements corrective measures in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives, and infection control standards.
• Utilizes less restrictive interventions, supports a trauma sensitive culture, participates in de-escalation techniques in crisis situation or aggressive/destructive patient behavior and participates in physical interventions under the direction of RN. Watertown Regional Medical Center offers a great work environment, competitive pay and benefits including:
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending
  • Limited Purpose Flexible Spending
  • Dependent Care
  • Flexible Spending
  • Employee Paid Short-Term Disability
  • Employer Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D
  • 401K
  • PTO
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Loan Forgiveness
  • EAP - Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
  • On-site Fitness Center
  • RethinkCare
  • Maven
  • Virta Voluntary Benefits
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Accident Insurance
    • Critical Illness Insurance
    • Identity Protection
    • Legal Services Plan
    • Auto & Home Insurance
    • Pet Insurance
    • Discount Mall At Watertown Regional Medical Center, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. And we know that our healthcare professionals deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop in their chosen disciplines. The heart of WRMC is in its people, making our hospital a family that only the best is invited to join. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for healthcare, we invite you to apply today.
      
      Qualifications
      
      High school diploma or equivalent required.
      
      Associates degree preferred
      
      Minimum requirement of current CNA, EMT or LPN certification/license issued by the State of Wisconsin, required.
      
      Basic Life Support (BLS) required
      
      Required Skills
      • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
      • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
      • Must be able to work with several distractions including light conversations.
      • Must be able to deal with aggressive, hostile and irrational behaviors of patients.
      • Must be able to respond immediately in crisis situations concerning patients and/or family members.

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