Behavioral Health Technician — Psychiatric Care

SUN Behavioral Columbus; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SUN Behavioral Columbus is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN or LPN/LVN. You will support the personal care and comfort of psychiatric patients and help maintain a safe, clean environment.

This role participates in CQI activities and treatment team meetings. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs and mental status, assisting with restraints under RN direction, documenting on the Nursing Assessment Form/EHR,

Formación

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and CPR/Hospital-selected de-escalation training.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Monitor patient vital signs and behavior; report changes to RN.
• Assist with restraints under RN direction using CPI techniques.
• Document care and observations in the EHR per policy.
• Escort patients for activities, meals, and tests.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and CQI activities.
• Maintain patient safety and a therapeutic environment.

Conocimientos

Vital signs observation

De-escalation techniques

Patient observation

Communication

Safety awareness

HIPAA compliance

Documentation

Educación

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification

CPR certification

Some college coursework (preferred)

Herramientas

CPR certification

EHR documentation

Behavioral health safety equipment

Descripción del empleo

SUN Behavioral Columbus is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN or LPN/LVN. You will support the personal care and comfort of psychiatric patients and help maintain a safe, clean environment.

This role participates in CQI activities and treatment team meetings. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs and mental status, assisting with restraints under RN direction, documenting on the Nursing Assessment Form/EHR,