Mental Health Technician Nursing Assistant

Lehigh Valley Health Network; East Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is hiring for a Night Shift Mental Health Care Technician on the Pocono campus. You will provide direct patient care to individuals with medical and behavioral needs on an inpatient psychiatric unit, supporting daily living activities and safety under the treatment team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 6 months of direct patient care, BLS and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 6 months direct patient care experience preferred in mental health or acute settings.
• Ability to handle confidential patient information.
• Ability to manage crises calmly and effectively.
• Adaptability to emergency situations and fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of mental health and/or substance abuse concepts.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) - PA.
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification - PA.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for patients with medical and behavioral needs.
• Assist with daily care and activities for psychiatric inpatients as directed by the team.
• Support safety and monitoring on the inpatient unit.
• Assist patients with meeting daily living needs and connecting with resources.
• Document patient status and responsiveness per treatment plan.
• Collaborate with clinical staff on care plans and activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Crisis Intervention

Confidentiality

Emergency Response

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Helps physicians, health practitioners, and psychiatrists work with patients with mental or emotional disorders by utilizing counseling principles and nursing training. Records patients’ physical condition by taking vital signs and observing behavior, and organizes social or recreational activities to encourage patient participation.

Job Duties

• Provides direct patient care and management of patients with medical and behavioral issues.
• Assists in the direct care & management of patients across all age ranges with medical & behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team.
• Assists with day to day management of the patient(s) on an inpatient psychiatric unit and assists with activities of daily living for patients unable to perform these activities.
• Assists clients in learning how to meet basic needs, such as medication management, developing life skills, pursuing recreational and leisure activities, housing, transportation, legal, medical and financial assistance, and securing appropriate entitlements.
• Plans therapeutic recreation for groups, steers department philosophy toward purposeful interventions and therapies and works with other clinical staff on special projects and duties.
• Observes and documents client compliance with medication regimes as dictated in the treatment plan.
• Maintains continuous alertness and response to patient safety issues and participates in maintaining a safe and secure patient care environment.
• Assists clinical staff in meeting and monitoring the client’s medical and health care needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 6 months of direct patient care experience preferably in an acute BH setting or BH education setting
• Ability to handle significant amounts of confidential patient information.
• Ability to handle crises calmly and maturely.
• Demonstrates ability to adapt to emergency situations.
• Familiarity with community resources and the delivery of case management services.
• Knowledge of mental health and/or substance abuse.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful completion of core and specialty orientation. Code Orange training required.
• Successful completion of Crisis Management Course.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift

Night Shift

Address

206 E Brown St

Primary Location

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Pocono

Position Type

Onsite

Union

LVH-P SEIU

Work Schedule

7pm- 7am every other weekend every other holiday

Department

1029-00036 Mental Health Nursing