Behavioral Health Technician — Night Shift Patient Care

Essentia Health; Brainerd (MN); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, is seeking a patient care support role to assist with clinical tasks under nursing leadership. The position delivers direct and indirect care across age groups from adolescents to geriatrics, aligning activities with individualized care plans.

The role requires a Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire and adherence to regulatory standards, including a background check policy for chemical use.

Qualifications

• BCLS certification required within 1 month of hire.
• No formal education requirements.
• Must pass background checks and comply with policy on chemical use.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care under the direct supervision of nursing leadership
• Support direct and indirect care for patients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics
• Ensure patient care practices meet Joint Commission standards and other regulatory guidelines
• Collaborate with the care team to help meet departmental goals and the organization’s mission
• Facilitate age-appropriate individual and group activities aligned with each patient’s care plan
• Promote a supportive and safe environment that addresses each patient’s physical, emotional, and social needs

Skills

Care planning

Assessment

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Essentia Health in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, is seeking a patient care support role to assist with clinical tasks under nursing leadership. The position delivers direct and indirect care across age groups from adolescents to geriatrics, aligning activities with individualized care plans.

The role requires a Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire and adherence to regulatory standards, including a background check policy for chemical use.