CNA for Behavioral Health Unit: Calm Care & Safety

ScionHealth; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ScionHealth is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant – Psych to provide supportive care for patients in a behavioral health unit under licensed nursing supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, promoting safety, supporting interventions, and maintaining a respectful environment for psychiatric patients.

The role requires CNA certification, BCLS certification within the specified timeframe, and a preference for at least six months of related experience.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• CNA certification required in state of practice.
• BCLS certification within facility-specified time frame.
• Minimum six months experience in acute, long-term, or behavioral health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with personal care, hygiene, ambulation, feeding, and elimination needs.
• Supports patients with psychosocial needs under supervision of the RN.
• Provides safe patient positioning, transfer, and mobility support.
• Documents intake/output, vital signs, weights, and patient behaviors in EMR.
• Maintains clean and organized patient rooms and unit environments.
• Answers call lights and responds to patient needs promptly and respectfully.
• Participates in therapeutic activities, patient observation, and safety checks.
• Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.
• Applies and monitors restraints as directed and maintains documentation.
• Transports patients to procedures and departments as needed.
• Participates in crisis interventions and assists in de-escalation under RN direction.
• Communicates effectively with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Provides post-mortem care and assists in body transport as needed.
• Adheres to infection control and safety protocols.
• Maintains awareness of patient confidentiality and boundaries.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Interpersonal skills

EMR proficiency

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR software

Job description

ScionHealth is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant – Psych to provide supportive care for patients in a behavioral health unit under licensed nursing supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, promoting safety, supporting interventions, and maintaining a respectful environment for psychiatric patients.

The role requires CNA certification, BCLS certification within the specified timeframe, and a preference for at least six months of related experience.