Emergency Department Behavioral Health Tech

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Health System seeks a Behavioral Health Technician at Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC. The role involves providing physical and psychological care to patients with psychiatric disorders, observing progress, and reporting changes to the supervising RN.

You will engage patients in individual activities and assist with daily living tasks, always prioritizing safety and infection control. Responsibilities include assisting with mobility, participating in treatment planning, and

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• 1 year of experience working with patients with substance abuse, mental health, dementia or intellectually disabled preferred.
• Nurse Aide Registry of North Carolina or applicable NC certs required or attainable within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assess patients daily; report changes to supervising RN.
• Provide one-to-one interaction with patients, including recreational or social activities.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living: bed care, bathing, hygiene, feeding and dressing.
• Assist with transfers, range of motion, mobility and positioning.
• Provide care for patients in seclusion or restraint and ensure safety.
• Maintain infection control and universal precautions.
• Organize and participate in activities to support treatment plans.
• Record vital signs and assist with specimen collection and lab prep as directed.

Skills

Patient care

Behavioral health

CPI certification

De-escalation techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Duke University Health System seeks a Behavioral Health Technician at Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC. The role involves providing physical and psychological care to patients with psychiatric disorders, observing progress, and reporting changes to the supervising RN.

You will engage patients in individual activities and assist with daily living tasks, always prioritizing safety and infection control. Responsibilities include assisting with mobility, participating in treatment planning, and