Inpatient Behavioral Health Technician

Oceans Healthcare, L.L.C.; Timberlane (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Greater New Orleans is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support the nursing staff in delivering compassionate care to adults and seniors with anxiety, depression, and other mental health needs. The role emphasizes maintaining a therapeutic milieu, documenting patient information accurately, and adhering to safety and infection-control standards.

Responsibilities include performing vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, coordinating with licensed

Qualifications

• Assists licensed nursing staff and follows care plans.
• Maintains patient safety and records with 100% accuracy.
• Adheres to infection control and safety policies.
• Uses de-escalation techniques to calm patients when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily patient care under licensed nurses.
• Take and record vital signs, weights, and intake/output.
• Assist with ADLs, meals, and mobility as needed.
• Monitor dietary restrictions and patient comfort; report changes.
• Document observations and patient status in the chart promptly.
• Communicate patient needs and care progress to the nursing staff.

Skills

De-escalation

Vital signs

Documentation

Infection control

Mobility assistance

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Greater New Orleans is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support the nursing staff in delivering compassionate care to adults and seniors with anxiety, depression, and other mental health needs. The role emphasizes maintaining a therapeutic milieu, documenting patient information accurately, and adhering to safety and infection-control standards.

Responsibilities include performing vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, coordinating with licensed