Mental Health Worker - Psych ED

Mercy Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL, seeks a Mental Health Worker Inpatient to assist licensed staff, support activities of daily living, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for adult and geriatric patients. Under RN supervision, you will document care and participate in interdisciplinary care planning.

The role offers a full-time days shift, with a sign-on bonus and competitive benefits as part of Mercy’s total rewards package. Experience and licensure requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Current CNA license issued by the State.
• Optionally, one year of hospital mental health work experience.
• BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean unit and document care per policy; communicate patient information to RN.

Skills

Mental health care

Patient care

Documentation

Education

CNA license

BLS certification

Job description

Bonus Information
Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Bonus Amount
3000

Overview
Department: Emergency Department Behavioral Health Pods
Shift: Full-Time; Days; 7a-7:30p
Facility: Mercy Medical Center
Location: Aurora, IL

Responsibilities

Mental Health Worker Inpatient: Under the direction and supervision of the RN, LVN or Charge RN assist the licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care including assistance with activities of daily living. Supports the unit functions and maintains a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and co-workers; functions as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN. Performs some clerical duties as assigned and provides basic nursing care for the adult and geriatric patients. Performs responsibilities within the guidelines of the Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Must have current and valid license as a Certified Nursing Assistant issued by the State if a CNA. If not a CNA, a minimum of one year experience working as Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting preferred.
• BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• One (1) year prior mental health experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.

Pay Transparency

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $16.08 to $23.30. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf