MHA - STAFF SUPPORT

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR, seeks a staff assistant to support nursing staff under direct supervision of the registered nurse. The role focuses on providing a therapeutic environment and ensuring patient comfort, safety, and timely reporting of changes in patient behavior.

Overtime and callback may be required. Candidates should have completed high school or equivalent and demonstrate strong communication and basic math skills.

Qualifications

• High school completion or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of mental health practices and healthcare policies.
• Basic non-technical skills gained through on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff under the RN's supervision.
• Document and report changes in patient behavior to the RN.
• Maintain a therapeutic environment as part of the care team.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Basic mathematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Skills and proficiency in oral and written grammar, communication, and basic mathematics as acquired through official completion of high school or its equivalent.

Experience

• Knowledge of mental health practices and related activities and healthcare policies and procedures as acquired through on-the-job training. Knowledge of basic non-technical skills as acquired through on-the-job training.

Physical

• This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
• Normal healthcare setting environment. Continuous exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to unpleasant fumes and odors. Close eye work. Hearing within normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Lifting up to 100lbs. Carrying up to 40lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and reaching.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the registered nurse responsible for providing a therapeutic environment via assisting staff. Incumbents are subject to overtime and callback as required by the hospital. Documents and reports any changes in patient behavior to the registered nurse.