Mental Health Tech Nights PRN Nights

Baptist Health; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health LaGrange is seeking a Mental Health Tech for night shift (7p-7a) on an inpatient behavioral health unit. PRN status with some weekends/holidays required, serving adults 18+. You will work with a interdisciplinary team to provide safe, structured care.

Responsibilities include assisting with routine patient care, taking histories and vitals, documenting I&O, and performing safety rounds. A positive, patient-focused attitude is essential; prior behavioral health experience is not

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• BLS certification required or will be obtained.
• Positive and passionate about helping those in our community.
• Behavioral health experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with routine patient care as delegated by nursing staff.
• Obtains patient histories, takes vital signs, I&O and documents.
• Complete safety rounds for patients and unit; maintain clean patient room/environment.
• Responds to requests for service and assistance in a positive manner.
• Advocate for patient.

Skills

Patient care

Compassionate

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

Summary

Inpatient Behavioral Health. Mental Health Tech. Night shift, 7p-7a. Some weekends and holidays required.

Job Description

Mental Health Tech Behavioral Health

7p-7a PRN

Where You'll Be:

Baptist Health LaGrange is adding a brand new 11-bed inpatient behavioral health unit. Our focus will be providing care for adults 18 and older who require hospitalization for behavioral health needs in a safe and structured environment. The unit utilizes an interdisciplinary team approach to provide care for patients. Team is made up of registered nurses, mental health technicians, social workers, recreational therapist, and psychiatrist.

What You'll Do:

• Assists with routine patient care as delegated by nursing staff


• Assists in obtaining patient histories, takes vital signs, I & O and documents


• Complete safety rounds for patients and unit as delegated/assignedMaintains clean and tidy patient room/environment


• Responds to requests for service and assistance in a positive manner


• Advocate for patient

Why You're a Great Fit:

• You have had previous experience in behavioral health (not required)


• You have a High School Diploma or equivalent preferred


• You have or will obtain BLS certification


• You are positive and passionate about helping those in our community

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.