Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) PRN

American Health Partners; Martin (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their team. This role involves providing essential patient care under the supervision of nurses, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for patients. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others and experience in mental health or geriatric settings. This part-time position offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of patients facing mental health challenges. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and provides ongoing training and development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in mental health or patient care preferred.
• Certification in CPR training provided yearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing and dressing.
• Monitor patients and report assessments to supervisors.
• Participate in recreational and therapeutic activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant certification

CPI certification

Job description

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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 experiencing mental health crises or behavioral disturbances, including those caused by dementia. Services include 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. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment, and crisis intervention.

Essential Functions

• Complete, file, and retrieve medical records
• Assist with bathing, dressing, and walking
• Transport patients and equipment
• Monitor patients and report assessments to supervisors
• Complete admission paperwork and patient orientation
• Participate in recreational and therapeutic activities for patients

Required Work Experience

One to two years’ experience in a mental health, patient care, or geriatric setting preferred.

Licensing/Certification/Education Requirements

• Certified Nurse Assistant certification required
• CPI certification required (or completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
• CMS Restraint and Seclusion training (or completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
• CPR certification not required upon hire but training provided yearly; MHTs will work with CPR-certified nurses

Other Requirements

• Possible unscheduled overtime, after-hours, and weekend work
• Willingness to work flexible hours
• Travel required

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting of objects up to 50 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare