Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) PRN

American Health Communities; Martin (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health care is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician to join their team. This role involves providing direct patient care and support in a therapeutic environment, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients experiencing mental health crises. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others and possess the necessary certifications, including Certified Nurse Assistant and CPI training. You will play a vital role in assisting patients with daily living activities while also participating in recreational and therapeutic programs. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in people's lives, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in mental health or patient care preferred.
• Certified Nurse Assistant and CPI certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Monitor patients and report assessments to supervisors.
• Assist with recreational and therapeutic activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant Certification

CPI Certification

CPR Certification (Training Provided)

Job description

Unity Psychiatric Care
458 Hannings Ln
Martin, TN 38237, USA

Unity Psychiatric Care, a division of Franklin, Tennessee-based American Health Partners Inc., operates psychiatric hospitals in Memphis, Clarksville, Columbia, and Martin, Tennessee, as well as in Huntsville, Alabama. These hospitals specialize in treating geriatrics who are experiencing a mental health crisis or behavioral disturbances, including those caused by dementia. Services will include a full range of diagnostic evaluation and behavioral health treatments. For more information, visit UnityPsych.com.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Mental Health Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of nurses. MHTs provide assistance to patients in daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. MHTs provide the provision of a safe, therapeutic environment, and crisis intervention.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation; including but not limited to:

• Compliance with completion, filing, and retrieval of medical records
• Direct patient care such as bathing, dressing, and walking
• Transport patients and equipment
• Monitor patients for assessments and report to supervisor
• Complete admission paperwork and patient orientation to the hospital
• Participate and assist with recreational activities for patients
• Participate and assist with therapeutic activities for patients

Required Work Experience:

• One (1) to two (2) years in a mental health, patient care, or geriatric setting preferred

Licensing/Certification/Education Requirements:

• Certified as a Certified Nurse Assistant required
• CPI certification required (or training completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
• CMS Restraint and Seclusion training (or training completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
• CPR certification is not required upon hire. However, training will be given yearly. (MHTs will always be working with a CPR certified nurse while on the floor.)

Other Requirements:

• Position may require unscheduled overtime, after-hours, and weekend work
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours

Physical Requirements:

• Job will require frequent lifting of objects up to 50 pounds

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Our Organization does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Organization will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made.