Night Shift Behavioral Health Tech - Emergency Department

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsy Johnson Hospital in Dunn, NC is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician for night shifts in the Emergency Department. You will assist with patient observation, vital signs, ADLs, and provide emotional support under the direction of a nurse, maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include crisis de-escalation, contraband checks, assisting with admissions, transfers, and documentation of intake/output.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates or Bachelors in Psychology/Social Work preferred.
• Nursing Assistant certification accepted.
• BLS from American Heart Association required.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training/certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients promoting safety and dignity.
• Monitor vital signs and document observations.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Perform contraband searches and preserve patient belongings.
• Engage in crisis de-escalation and maintain a therapeutic environment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Crisis intervention

Observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates or Bachelors in Psychology/Social Work preferred

Nursing Assistant certification accepted

NCI certification/training

Tools

General computer skills

Job description

Betsy Johnson Hospital in Dunn, NC is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician for night shifts in the Emergency Department. You will assist with patient observation, vital signs, ADLs, and provide emotional support under the direction of a nurse, maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include crisis de-escalation, contraband checks, assisting with admissions, transfers, and documentation of intake/output.