Night Pediatric Behavioral Health Support Specialist

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Attendant to support patients under direct or indirect observation on the Rhode Island Hospital campus. Under the general direction of an RN, the BHA provides non-clinical care, monitors behavior, assists with daily activities, and helps maintain a safe, respectful environment during night shifts from 7pm to 7am in Providence, RI.

Respect for patient privacy, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication with clinical staff are

Qualifications

• High School graduate or its equivalent required.
• Previous experience in direct patient care and/or patient observations, or completion of one (1) year of progressive education in a human services-related field (e.g., psychology, nursing, social work, health sciences) is required.

Responsibilities

• Receives report on assigned patient before assuming responsibility of observations.
• Conduct continuous or intermittent patient observation as assigned.
• Reports changes in patient condition to nursing or clinical staff promptly.
• Monitor and document patient behavior, mood, and activity in accordance with established protocols.
• Maintain patient focus at all times, free from distractions.
• Assists patients with daily activities such as hygiene, meals, and mobility, as needed based upon report and direction received by registered nurse.
• Actively engages with assigned patient(s) throughout shift in a compassionate and respectful manner while providing interaction and recreational activities in accordance with training provided.
• De-escalate situations using approved verbal intervention techniques to promote patient and staff safety.
• Obtains initial certification and annual re-certification in system/facility approved de-escalation and restraint course with no restrictions for those working in behavioral health and emergency departments, BLS, and training in safe patient handling per facility guidelines.
• Attends staff development, supervision, and staff meetings as assigned.
• Ensure the care area is free of hazards and complies with safety guidelines, and assist with the maintenance of clean and orderly patient care spaces
• Observes patient rights, Maintains confidentiality of patient information,
• Maintains patient privacy.
• Follows hospital policy and procedures regarding patient and staff safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Observation

De-escalation

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Attendant to support patients under direct or indirect observation on the Rhode Island Hospital campus. Under the general direction of an RN, the BHA provides non-clinical care, monitors behavior, assists with daily activities, and helps maintain a safe, respectful environment during night shifts from 7pm to 7am in Providence, RI.

Respect for patient privacy, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication with clinical staff are