Night Shift Behavioral Health Tech – ED

Duke PA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment bonus $2500

Job summary

Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the Emergency Department night shifts. The role involves direct patient care for individuals with psychiatric needs, adherence to safety and infection control guidelines, and collaboration with a nursing team.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, NC Nurse Aide Registry or equivalent, and BCLS; CPI preferred. A $2500 commitment bonus is paid in two installments and shifts are 7:00 pm–7:30 am.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience with patients with substance abuse, mental health, dementia or intellectual disability preferred.
• Nurse Aide Registry of North Carolina or equivalent certification required by the state or employer.
• BCLS certification must be maintained/completed by end of orientation.
• CPI certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients and assess progress daily; report changes to supervising RN.
• Provide one-to-one activities and reinforce patient teaching.
• Assist with activities of daily living: beds, bathing, hygiene, feeding, dressing.
• Assist with position changes, ROM, transfers and walking.
• Provide care in seclusion/restraint and ensure patient safety.
• Participate in staff discussions to coordinate patient care.

Skills

Infection control

Patient care

Vital signs

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Aide Registry NC

BCLS certification

Behavioral Health Technician certification

EMT NC

Job description

Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the Emergency Department night shifts. The role involves direct patient care for individuals with psychiatric needs, adherence to safety and infection control guidelines, and collaboration with a nursing team.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, NC Nurse Aide Registry or equivalent, and BCLS; CPI preferred. A $2500 commitment bonus is paid in two installments and shifts are 7:00 pm–7:30 am.