Behavioral Health Technician - Compassionate Patient Care

Oceans Healthcare, L.L.C.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Haven Behavioral Healthcare in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support nursing staff and maintain a therapeutic milieu through routine tasks and patient care activities within Oceans' standards.

The BHT will perform vital signs, assist with ADL and mobility, observe and document patient status, and participate in safety and infection control while adhering to Joint Commission and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Apply supportive behavior and de-escalation to patients as needed.
• Inventory patient belongings and secure contraband; perform unit safety checks.
• Follow universal precautions and infection control; attend required in-services.
• Under supervision of licensed nurses, perform vital signs, ADL, intake/output, and nutrition monitoring.
• Document patient observations accurately in the medical record and communicate with nursing staff.
• Assist with meals, laundry, mobility, and personal care as needed.
• Tailor patient care to age-specific and cultural needs.
• Notify nursing staff of patient needs and ensure continuity of care.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Job description

Haven Behavioral Healthcare in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support nursing staff and maintain a therapeutic milieu through routine tasks and patient care activities within Oceans' standards.

The BHT will perform vital signs, assist with ADL and mobility, observe and document patient status, and participate in safety and infection control while adhering to Joint Commission and state regulations.