Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Inpatient Behavioral Health

Asct; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health provider in Durham, North Carolina seeks a Nursing Care Assistant for the Behavioral Health Inpatient unit. This role involves performing nonprofessional nursing duties and supporting patients under supervision. The ideal candidate is compassionate and committed to patient care, with essential qualifications such as a high school diploma and listing on the Nurse Aid Registry.

Qualifications

• Must be listed on the Nurse Aid Registry of North Carolina.
• BCLS certification must be obtained during the first week.
• CPI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer personal care procedures to patients including bathing and feeding.
• Assist in nursing duties by supporting medical personnel.
• Record patient data in electronic medical records.

Skills

Compassion

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Regional Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds, it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.

Nursing Care Assistant - Behavioral Health Inpatient- Duke Regional Hospital

Duke University Health System- Duke Regional Hospital seeks to hire a Nursing Care Assistant who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

Department Profile:
The current inpatient Behavioral Health facilities at Duke Williams Unit and Duke Regional just transitioned to a new state-of-the-art facility located on the Duke Regional Campus in early Spring of 2021. The new unit comprises 42 private inpatient rooms. Duke strives to provide experienced and compassionate mental health care to adults 18 years and older through an interdisciplinary approach involving psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, recreational therapists, and clinical social workers.

Behavioral Health Technician - Behavioral Health Inpatient - Duke Regional Hospital

Duke University Health System- Duke Regional Hospital seeks to hire a Nursing Care Assistant who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

Work Schedule:

Day Shift 7a-7p or Night Shift 7p-7a

Job Summary:

Perform a variety of nonprofessional nursing duties in the direct care of patients under the supervision of an RN/LPN. Perform clerical duties involved in preparing, maintaining, and processing patient, unit, and hospital data and records, including operating the organization's patient care information systems.

Work Performed:

• Administer treatment and personal care procedures to patients, including feeding, bathing, shaving, changing clothing, cleaning, trimming fingernails, bed-making, assisting with ambulation, enemas, skin care, and bowel and bladder elimination; provide additional care as required to meet patients' personal needs and comfort.
• Assist medical and nursing personnel in examination, treatment, and care of patients by performing selected patient care tasks under RN/LPN supervision.
• Record patient data in electronic medical records (EMR) and report any abnormal changes in patient condition to the Nurse.
• Participate in patient transport.
• Clean assigned areas; stock and replenish supplies and equipment.
• Operate the organization's patient care information system, including verifying and inputting orders, assembling and maintaining patient charts, and uploading documents.
• Use technology to request and coordinate patient transport and communicate with staff.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Listing on the Nurse Aid Registry of North Carolina
• or Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Emergency Medical Technician, Behavioral Health Technician by recognized agencies in North Carolina
• If not meeting these, the candidate must start and complete one of these requirements within specified timeframes.
• BCLS certification must be maintained/completed during the first week of employment; CPI certification is strongly preferred.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Our community values collaboration, innovation, and diversity. All members are responsible for fostering a secure and inclusive environment.

Essential physical job functions may include specific physical and mental abilities, with accommodations available upon request.