Night Shift Behavioral Health CNA: Calm Care De-escalation

St. Joseph Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

FMLA

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health CNA (Psychiatric CNA) to care for patients with mental health needs on a 12-hour night shift.

You will assist with daily activities, monitor behavior, document vitals, and help de-escalate distressed patients, while maintaining a safe, supportive environment. A CNA certificate and BLS are required, with 6 months of acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certificate required on hire.
• BLS certification required on hire.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months' acute care hospital or physician's office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities: bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and ambulation
• Monitor and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nurses or doctors; observe for signs of agitation, self-harm, or aggression
• Help maintain a safe, structured environment, use de-escalation techniques to calm distressed or agitated patients
• Accurately document behavior, interventions, and vital signs, communicate effectively with the care team
• Encourage patients to participate in group activities or therapy sessions, offer emotional support and help build trust with patients
• Help with cleaning and maintaining patient rooms, ensure equipment and supplies are stocked

Skills

Patient care

De-escalation

Documentation

Communication

Education

CNA certification

BLS certification

Job description

Prime Healthcare's St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health CNA (Psychiatric CNA) to care for patients with mental health needs on a 12-hour night shift.

You will assist with daily activities, monitor behavior, document vitals, and help de-escalate distressed patients, while maintaining a safe, supportive environment. A CNA certificate and BLS are required, with 6 months of acute care experience preferred.