Inpatient Behavioral Health Technician

Oceans Healthcare, L.L.C.; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Hammond is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support nursing staff and maintain a therapeutic milieu through patient care activities within the BHT's training. The role emphasizes safety and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include performing vital signs, documenting observations, assisting with meals, mobility and daily living activities, and ensuring accurate communication with the nurse for continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Adhere to professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate de-escalation and therapeutic intervention skills.
• Accurately document patient observations and vital signs.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing staff with patient care activities.
• Perform vital signs, intake/output documentation and nutritional monitoring.
• Ensure patient belongings are inventoried and contraband secured.
• Communicate patient status and observations to the nurse in a timely manner.
• Support mobility, meals, and ADLs while observing safety protocols.

Skills

De-escalation

Therapeutic interventions

Observation documentation

Vital signs

Communication

Infection control awareness

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Hammond is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support nursing staff and maintain a therapeutic milieu through patient care activities within the BHT's training. The role emphasizes safety and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include performing vital signs, documenting observations, assisting with meals, mobility and daily living activities, and ensuring accurate communication with the nurse for continuity of care.