Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Psychiatric/Behavioral Health

hce-careers; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Retirement Plan

Referral program

Holiday Pay

Health Benefits

Competitive salary

Training & development

Job summary

hce-careers seeks compassionate CNAs for psychiatric hospital settings in Maryland. You will provide direct patient care, monitor vitals, and support treatment plans in a safe, therapeutic environment across Jessup, Catonsville, Sykesville, Rockville, and Baltimore.

Requirements include CNA certification, CPR, a valid Maryland driver’s license, immunization records, and at least one year in a healthcare facility. Strong communication and crisis de-escalation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CNA certification in good standing with Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Valid Maryland Driver's License and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current immunization records and health physical.
• Minimum of one year of healthcare facility experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with individuals with mental health challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with ADLs: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting.
• Monitor and document vital signs, behaviors, and observations.
• Provide one-to-one patient monitoring as assigned.
• Support patients during meals, activities, and therapies.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Maintain a safe and clean patient environment.
• Observe and report changes to the nursing team.
• Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation as directed.
• Encourage participation in treatment plans and daily activities.
• Document patient care per facility policies.
• Follow infection control, safety, and confidentiality procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Observation

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

CPR certification

Valid Maryland Driver's License

Current immunization records

Current health physical examination

Job description

Benefits

• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Referral program
• Holiday Pay
• Health Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Training & development

Position Summary

We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and experienced Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team in a psychiatric hospital setting. The ideal candidate will provide direct patient care and support to individuals receiving behavioral health and psychiatric treatment while maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment.

Available Locations

• Jessup
• Catonsville
• Sykesville
• Rockville
• Baltimore

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Monitor and document vital signs, behaviors, and patient observations.
• Provide one-to-one patient monitoring as assigned.
• Support patients during meals, recreational activities, and therapeutic programs.
• Assist nursing staff with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Maintain a safe and clean patient environment.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition, mood, or behavior to the nursing team.
• Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as directed by clinical staff.
• Encourage patient participation in treatment plans and daily activities.
• Accurately document patient care in accordance with facility policies.
• Follow infection control, safety, and confidentiality procedures at all times.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing with the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Valid Maryland Driver's License and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current immunization records.
• Current health physical examination.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a healthcare facility, hospital, rehabilitation center, long-term care facility, or behavioral health setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing mental health and behavioral challenges.
• Ability to pass required background screenings