Mental Health Technician: Direct Patient Care & Support

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN seeks an entry-level patient care assistant to support registered nurses in delivering compassionate care to patients. You will assist with routine nursing tasks, monitor patients, and help maintain a safe environment under direct supervision.

Your responsibilities include documenting clinical information, following seclusion/restraint protocols as required, and contributing to care plans that address emotional, psychological, and physical

Qualifications

• Provides direct patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Learn and follow seclusion/restraint procedures as trained.
• Document pertinent clinical information daily and accurately.
• Maintain a safe, compassionate environment for patients.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Carries out procedures under supervision of Registered Nurse including special precautions, Handle with Care skills and seclusion and restraint correctly and safely.
• Documents all pertinent clinical information on a daily basis, including all unusual incidents.
• Completes documentation for Seclusion/Restraint and Special Precautions accurately.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Patient Documentation

Patient Assessment

Patient Diagnosis

Environment of Care

Job description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN seeks an entry-level patient care assistant to support registered nurses in delivering compassionate care to patients. You will assist with routine nursing tasks, monitor patients, and help maintain a safe environment under direct supervision.

Your responsibilities include documenting clinical information, following seclusion/restraint protocols as required, and contributing to care plans that address emotional, psychological, and physical