Behavioral Health Care Aide

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals in New York, NY is seeking a dedicated Nurse's Aide to support patient care under supervision. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, and participation as a member of the behavioral health team to implement regimens, while complying with health system policies.

You will take vital signs, help with meals, transport, and basic nursing tasks, and may assist with restraints when trained.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification (AHA) within 60 days of appointment.
• Successful completion of NYC Health + Hospitals restraints & seclusion training prior to performing such work.
• Training in vital signs and grooming within 90 days of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report patient condition and provide individual nursing care for acutely ill patients.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal hygiene under supervision.
• Participate in planning and implementing orientation for new patients and collect intake information.
• Assist with daily living activities, meal service, and delivering items to patients.
• Assist with restraints/seclusion when directed after appropriate training.
• Escort patients within and outside the health care setting as needed.
• Record vital signs and document data in the electronic medical record.
• Maintain clean, orderly ward areas and manage linens.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

NYC Health + Hospitals restraints/seclusion training

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals in New York, NY is seeking a dedicated Nurse's Aide to support patient care under supervision. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, and participation as a member of the behavioral health team to implement regimens, while complying with health system policies.

You will take vital signs, help with meals, transport, and basic nursing tasks, and may assist with restraints when trained.