Behavioral Health Care Aide

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals Bellevue is seeking a Nurse Aide to support behavioral health and general patient care in a hospital setting. You will assist with daily living activities, vital signs, hygiene, meals, and documentation in the EMR. Training in restraints/seclusion and BLS are required within specified timelines.

The role involves collaborating with the health care team to ensure patient safety, comfort, and high quality care in a busy academic medical environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its educational equivalent.
• Successful completion of NYC Health + Hospitals training in restraints/seclusion before performing such work.
• Successful completion of vital signs and grooming training within 90 days of appointment.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report patients' physical, mental, and social conditions to the team.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal hygiene.
• Assist with transportation to required locations within the facility.
• Support the behavioral health team in implementing safety measures and protocols.
• Take patient vital signs as directed and document in the EMR.
• Change linens, organize rooms, and maintain a clean ward environment.
• Assist with meal service, feeding, and tray distribution.
• Assist with restraints/seclusion under supervision when required.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Hygiene & grooming

Infection control

EMR documentation

Education

High school diploma

BLS certification within 60 days

Restraint/seclusion training

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals Bellevue is seeking a Nurse Aide to support behavioral health and general patient care in a hospital setting. You will assist with daily living activities, vital signs, hygiene, meals, and documentation in the EMR. Training in restraints/seclusion and BLS are required within specified timelines.

The role involves collaborating with the health care team to ensure patient safety, comfort, and high quality care in a busy academic medical environment.