GeroPsych Care & Safety Assistant

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 52,589,000 - 70,919,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester seeks a GeroPsych Tech-Nursing assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced unit in Rochester, NY. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor safety, and help implement behavioral interventions under supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 1 year of related patient care or psychiatric training; equivalent education/experience may be considered. The role offers full-time hours and a team-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• 1 year of experience related to patient care or psychiatric training preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Innovative with patient care.
• Flexible in thinking and approach.

Responsibilities

• Assists in maintaining patient and staff safety by monitoring patient and assisting delegated nursing care.
• Incorporates therapeutic and diversionary interventions to maintain patient safety, refocus the patient, and promote healthy behaviors.
• Assists patients with ambulation, hygiene, nutrition, linen changes, and other activities of daily living.
• Identifies potential risks and early signs of escalating patient behaviors, such as agitation, confusion, and anxiety.
• Keeps patient and staff safety at the forefront, engaging the patient in reduction techniques to maintain safety.
• Incorporates problem solving and critical thinking skills to help implement behavioral interventions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Ability to work independently

Innovative with patient care

Flexible in thinking and approach

Education

High School diploma

Job description

The University of Rochester seeks a GeroPsych Tech-Nursing assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced unit in Rochester, NY. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor safety, and help implement behavioral interventions under supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 1 year of related patient care or psychiatric training; equivalent education/experience may be considered. The role offers full-time hours and a team-focused work environment.