Behavioral Health CNA: Direct Patient Care & Safety

DHR Health; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for behavioral health to provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision. You will ensure patient safety, assist with daily activities, document vitals, and support therapeutic groups while maintaining a respectful, clean environment.

The role requires CNA certification, CPR/BLS and CPI training within 30 days. Prior hospital experience is preferred, and strong communication with nursing staff and physicians is

Qualifications

• High school/GED is preferred.
• CPI training is required within 30 days of hire date.
• Current CNA certification is required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• Ability to communicate clearly with nursing, administration and physicians.
• Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes the facility mission, vision and values.
• Conducts a full client inventory in the Intake area.
• Provide report to the nurse and tech taking the client in Intake.
• Do not leave the client unattended at any time.
• Identify contraband and dispose of it appropriately.
• Coordinate with nurse/family if home medications are involved.
• Orient patient and family to processes and unit routines.
• Assist on units between admissions with Intake Department.
• Orient patients to the unit and record vital signs.
• Record patient vital signs and intake/output; notify RN of changes.
• Provide general nursing care (transfers, ADLs).
• Observe patients for behavior, mental status and changes.
• Identify behaviors needing intervention and de-escalation.
• Escort patients for activities and tests.
• Perform patient safety checks and documentation.
• One-to-one observation for high-risk patients.
• Assist with restraints and seclusion when needed.
• Participate in patient care conferences.
• Communicate with Nurse Manager, RNs and physicians.
• Lead orientation for new staff members.
• Assist with therapeutic groups under RN supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Ability to work under supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPI training within 30 days

CNA certification

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for behavioral health to provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision. You will ensure patient safety, assist with daily activities, document vitals, and support therapeutic groups while maintaining a respectful, clean environment.

The role requires CNA certification, CPR/BLS and CPI training within 30 days. Prior hospital experience is preferred, and strong communication with nursing staff and physicians is