Evening Child/Adolescent Psychiatric Care Associate

Sharp; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Mental Health Associate to provide patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse in alignment with each patient’s IPOC and unit guidelines. The role requires basic nursing and mental health care for acute psychiatric patients, and the ability to communicate in English with appropriate medical terminology.

Essential functions include assisting with admissions, transfers, discharges, daily living activities, documentation, safety, and unit

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience in acute or chronic psychiatric/substance abuse settings preferred.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Professionals required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under Registered Nurse supervision.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Observe and report changes in patients’ mental/physical status to RN.

Skills

BLS Certification

Medical terminology (English)

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Mental Health Associate to provide patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse in alignment with each patient’s IPOC and unit guidelines. The role requires basic nursing and mental health care for acute psychiatric patients, and the ability to communicate in English with appropriate medical terminology.

Essential functions include assisting with admissions, transfers, discharges, daily living activities, documentation, safety, and unit