Behavioral Health CNA - Compassionate Patient Care

Lakeland Behavioral Health System; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Behavioral Health System in Springfield, MO is seeking talented CNAs to join our behavioral health team. Provide compassionate personal care and assist with daily living activities under nursing supervision, while maintaining patient safety and reporting observations.

The role emphasizes documentation, group activities, and rehabilitation support, with CPR and restraint certifications required or offered on hire. A supportive environment and equal opportunity employment are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience with the facility's population preferred.
• CPR, de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available on hire).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
• CNA certification may be required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services under clinical/nursing supervision.
• Maintain patient safety as a top priority.
• Document clinical information in patient records.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living as needed.
• Support activities to promote rehabilitation and education.
• Observe and report patient behaviors to nursing staff.
• Coordinate transportation or accompany patients as required.

Skills

Empathy

Patient care

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Restraint training

First aid knowledge

Job description

Lakeland Behavioral Health System in Springfield, MO is seeking talented CNAs to join our behavioral health team. Provide compassionate personal care and assist with daily living activities under nursing supervision, while maintaining patient safety and reporting observations.

The role emphasizes documentation, group activities, and rehabilitation support, with CPR and restraint certifications required or offered on hire. A supportive environment and equal opportunity employment are provided.