Behavioral Health CNA: Compassionate Caregiver, Day Shift

St. Joseph Medical Center; Missouri; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services in Missouri is seeking a Behavioral Health CNA (Psychiatric CNA) at St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO. The role covers patient care, mood monitoring, de-escalation, and collaboration with the care team during 12-hour day shifts.

You must have an active CNA license, BLS, knowledge of medical terminology, and at least six months in an acute care setting. The position offers full benefits, paid time off, and 401K among other options.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire.
• 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.

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

CNA certification

BLS certification

Medical terminology

Acute care experience

Job description

Prime Healthcare Services in Missouri is seeking a Behavioral Health CNA (Psychiatric CNA) at St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO. The role covers patient care, mood monitoring, de-escalation, and collaboration with the care team during 12-hour day shifts.

You must have an active CNA license, BLS, knowledge of medical terminology, and at least six months in an acute care setting. The position offers full benefits, paid time off, and 401K among other options.