Behavioral Health CNA

Prime Healthcare; Missouri; On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Bereavement leave

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health CNA to support patients with mental health or behavioral needs in a hospital setting. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, observation, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include de-escalation, documentation of vital signs and behaviors, and participation in group activities or therapy sessions.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certificate upon hire.
• Current BLS certification upon hire.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• 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 agitation, self-harm, or aggression.
• Use de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe, structured environment.
• Document behavior, interventions, and vital signs; communicate with the care team.
• Encourage participation in group activities or therapy sessions; provide Emotional support.

Skills

CNA certificate

BLS certification

Medical terminology

Job description

Overview

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Full-time

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

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/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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