Mental Health Tech(PRN)

NKC Health; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

NKC Health in North Kansas City, MO seeks a Mental Health Technician to provide direct, continuous observation of patients and intervene to prevent harm when there is risk of self-injury, confusion, or wandering. You will collaborate with the healthcare team to support Activities of Daily Living and ensure patient safety.

Requires hospital patient care experience within the last three years and a High School diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Direct, continuous observation of patients to prevent harm.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient observation and intervene to ensure safety.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to support Activities of Daily Living.

Skills

Observation skills

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

SUMMARY: SUMMARY: Mental Health Technician is responsible for the direct, continuous observation of patients. She/he intervenes as necessary to prevent physical harm to patients who might be at elevated risk of injuring themselves or others due to confusion, delirium, self-destructive behavior, or a high likelihood of falling. Mental Health Technician works with others in the healthcare team to provide Activities of Daily Living and assure prompt intervention to maintain patient safety.
EXPERIENCE: Hospital patient care experience within the last three years.
OTHER: Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking.
LICENSE/CERT: Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association)
EDUCATION: Required: High School or Equivalent