Adolescent Behavioral Health Associate

MePA; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville is seeking a patient care professional to perform duties necessary to implement individualized treatment under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will deliver psychological, emotional and physical care to patients and help maintain the therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and activities of daily living; providing feedback to the charge nurse on safety concerns; and supporting group

Qualifications

• Experience with vital signs, phlebotomy and specimen collection as directed by unit standards.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and maintain a therapeutic environment.
• Provide input to the nursing team regarding patient progress and safety.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical care aligned with the patient’s treatment plan under RN supervision.
• Collects data to inform assessments of strengths and limitations.
• Promotes a safe, healing environment and orients new admissions.
• Participates in group activities and supports staff in care delivery.

Skills

Coping Strategies

Human Growth

Patient Documentation

Communication

Education

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville is seeking a patient care professional to perform duties necessary to implement individualized treatment under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will deliver psychological, emotional and physical care to patients and help maintain the therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and activities of daily living; providing feedback to the charge nurse on safety concerns; and supporting group