Inpatient Behavioral Health Technician – Compassionate Care

Oceans Healthcare; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 0%

Tuition reimbursement

Daily pay

Paid time off

Competitive market compensation

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Permian Basin is seeking compassionate CNAs to support inpatient psychiatry units. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor patient status, and document observations for the nursing team.

A CNA certification or 6 months' bedside experience is preferred, with mandatory BLS and de-escalation training to ensure safe, respectful patient care. Responsibilities include maintaining unit safety, performing vital signs, and supporting recovery-focused treatments

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; preferred unless required by state regulations.
• Current CNA certification or at least 6 months bedside patient care experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and follow verbal and written instruction.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to complete Basic Life Support (BLS) and Oceans approved de-escalation program.

Responsibilities

• Continually monitors and supports compliance within unit rules.
• Employs de-escalation and therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Inventories patient belongings and secures contraband; completes unit safety checks.
• Performs vital signs, ADL, nutritional monitoring, and communicates findings to the nurse.
• Assists patients with daily activities and mobility as needed; documents observations clearly.
• Communicates care progress and follow-ups to nursing staff; ensures continuity of care.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Verbal & Written Communication

Diversity & Cultural Sensitivity

BLS Certification

Behavioral De-escalation

Work Under Supervision

CNA Competency & Training

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification or 6 months direct patient care

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Permian Basin is seeking compassionate CNAs to support inpatient psychiatry units. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor patient status, and document observations for the nursing team.

A CNA certification or 6 months' bedside experience is preferred, with mandatory BLS and de-escalation training to ensure safe, respectful patient care. Responsibilities include maintaining unit safety, performing vital signs, and supporting recovery-focused treatments