Mental Health Nursing Aide

State of Louisiana; Jackson (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Coverage

Parental Leave

Holidays and Leave

Retirement

Job summary

The State of Louisiana, through ELMHS in Jackson, LA, is seeking a Nursing Unit Aide to join the team. The role involves assisting RNs and LPNs, supporting daily living activities, maintaining a safe therapeutic environment, and documenting patient status during on- and off-campus activities.

No prior experience required; some positions may require a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate. The appointment type is WAE, not to exceed 1,245 hours in a 12-month period, with a benefits

Qualifications

• No experience or training required.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate may be required for some facilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) with non-professional nursing duties.
• Attend shift report and accepts patient care assignments for the assigned shift.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and provides care appropriate to the patient's stage of growth and development.
• Ensure patient safety by identifying and reporting potential or actual safety hazards. Escorts patients to campus activities and off-grounds appointments while maintaining the assigned level of observation and accountability.
• Document patient location in accordance with facility policy.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, feeding, mobility, personal clothing care, and daily household chores.
• Conduct therapeutic patient groups under the direction of licensed nursing staff and documents patient participation.
• Observe, monitor, and document patients' physical condition, behavior, and responses to care, reporting significant changes promptly to licensed nursing staff.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

The State of Louisiana, through ELMHS in Jackson, LA, is seeking a Nursing Unit Aide to join the team. The role involves assisting RNs and LPNs, supporting daily living activities, maintaining a safe therapeutic environment, and documenting patient status during on- and off-campus activities.

No prior experience required; some positions may require a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate. The appointment type is WAE, not to exceed 1,245 hours in a 12-month period, with a benefits