Compassionate CNA — Behavioral Health Patient Care

Harboroaks; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Harboroaks is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support behavioral health patients under clinical supervision. You will perform routine care, monitor vitals, assist with activities of daily living and ensure patient safety and dignity at all times.

Responsibilities include documenting in the medical record, responding to requests promptly, adhering to policies, and collaborating with nurses, physicians and therapists to support treatment goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current CNA certification or license per state requirements.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required; first aid may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under direction of nursing or clinical staff.
• Monitor patient safety, complete observation rounds and document vitals.
• Assist with transfers, mobility, feeding, bathing, dressing and linen changes.
• Maintain clean, uncluttered patient rooms and equipment.
• Communicate with care team; document in the patient medical record.
• Demonstrate empathy and professionalism; respond to distressed patients promptly.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians and therapists to support treatment goals.
• Adhere to policies and participate in ongoing care activities as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Nursing assistant certification (CNA) per state requirements

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid certification

Job description

Harboroaks is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support behavioral health patients under clinical supervision. You will perform routine care, monitor vitals, assist with activities of daily living and ensure patient safety and dignity at all times.

Responsibilities include documenting in the medical record, responding to requests promptly, adhering to policies, and collaborating with nurses, physicians and therapists to support treatment goals.