ER Behavioral Health Tech — 7P-7A, Full-Time

Holy Cross Health Fl; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Holy Cross Health Florida in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an ED Mental Health Tech for full-time, night shift (7P–7A). The role provides direct patient care, performing one-to-one observation and collaborating with the ED treatment team to support patients in behavioral health crises.

You will de-escalate crises, ensure patient safety in the psychosocial environment, escalate concerns to nurses, providers or security, and offer emotional support with calming techniques.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous behavioral health experience preferred.
• BLS certification.
• CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training.

Responsabilidades

• Direct one-to-one observation of patients in the ED, while documenting the patient’s condition during monitoring.
• Assist with crisis intervention by utilizing approved de-escalation and calming techniques as appropriate.
• Mitigate safety of patients experiencing psychosocial crises and their physical environment.
• Escalate safety or patient behavioral concerns to ED nurses, providers, or other colleagues including security personnel.
• Provide emotional support with calming techniques when appropriate.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Prioritization

Physical stamina

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Holy Cross Health Florida in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an ED Mental Health Tech for full-time, night shift (7P–7A). The role provides direct patient care, performing one-to-one observation and collaborating with the ED treatment team to support patients in behavioral health crises.

You will de-escalate crises, ensure patient safety in the psychosocial environment, escalate concerns to nurses, providers or security, and offer emotional support with calming techniques.