Inpatient Forensic Psychiatric Technician I: Crisis Care

New Mexico Department of Health; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (NMBHI) in Las Vegas, NM, seeks a psychiatric technician to support inpatient hospital units and assist patients with daily living activities. You will monitor safety and communicate patient status to the treatment team to support care plans.

Responsibilities include de-escalating crises, maintaining a safe, clean environment, and complying with safety and HIPAA requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting people with activities of daily living.
• Experience working in healthcare settings.
• Experience collaborating in treatment teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Assist in crisis situations and de-escalate when needed.
• Monitor patients and complete checks, including one-to-one when required.
• Provide feedback to nursing staff and treatment team on symptoms observed.
• Ensure patient environment is clean and comfortable.

Skills

ADL assistance experience

Healthcare experience

Treatment team experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (NMBHI) in Las Vegas, NM, seeks a psychiatric technician to support inpatient hospital units and assist patients with daily living activities. You will monitor safety and communicate patient status to the treatment team to support care plans.

Responsibilities include de-escalating crises, maintaining a safe, clean environment, and complying with safety and HIPAA requirements.