Behavioral Health CNA

St. Joseph Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

FMLA

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health CNA (Psychiatric CNA) to care for patients with mental health needs on a 12-hour night shift.

You will assist with daily activities, monitor behavior, document vitals, and help de-escalate distressed patients, while maintaining a safe, supportive environment. A CNA certificate and BLS are required, with 6 months of acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certificate required on hire.
• BLS certification required on hire.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months' acute care hospital or physician's office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities: bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and ambulation
• Monitor and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nurses or doctors; observe for signs of agitation, self-harm, or aggression
• Help maintain a safe, structured environment, use de-escalation techniques to calm distressed or agitated patients
• Accurately document behavior, interventions, and vital signs, communicate effectively with the care team
• Encourage patients to participate in group activities or therapy sessions, offer emotional support and help build trust with patients
• Help with cleaning and maintaining patient rooms, ensure equipment and supplies are stocked

Skills

Patient care

De-escalation

Documentation

Communication

Education

CNA certification

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Shifts Available: Nights (17% diff in pay)

Employment Type: Full-time

Hours: 12-hour shifts - 7:00pm to 7:00am

Location: St Joseph Medical Center - Kansas City, MO

We are seeking a Behavioral Health CNA, also referred to as a Psychiatric Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Mental Health CNA. A Behavioral Health CNA or Mental Health CNA provides care for patients with mental health or behavioral challenges by assisting with daily activities, monitoring behaviors, and promoting a safe, supportive environment. They collaborate with the healthcare team to offer emotional support, identify changes in patient condition, and assist in de-escalating potentially critical situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities: bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and ambulation
• Monitor and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nurses or doctors; observe for signs of agitation, self-harm, or aggression
• Help maintain a safe, structured environment, use de-escalation techniques to calm distressed or agitated patients
• Accurately document behavior, interventions, and vital signs, communicate effectively with the care team
• Encourage patients to participate in group activities or therapy sessions, offer emotional support and help build trust with patients
• Help with cleaning and maintaining patient rooms, ensure equipment and supplies are stocked

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required
• Current BLS upon hire and maintain current
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Minimum six months' previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferred

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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