Night Shift Psychiatric Technician - Inpatient Care

Hartford HealthCare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Voluntary benefits

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare's Institute of Living is seeking a Nurse Assistant to support nurses in monitoring patients and assisting with daily activities. The role involves establishing therapeutic relationships and contributing to a safe environment under supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, participating in therapeutic activities, and reporting to the Nurse Manager. Prior MH or medical-surgical experience is preferred; CPR and crisis intervention training are required within

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Experience in psychiatric-mental health or medical-surgical setting preferred.
• If working with a specialty population (geriatrics, children/adolescents), relevant experience preferred.
• CPR and crisis intervention training to be completed within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor patients under nurse supervision.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.
• Establish therapeutic relationships and encourage participation in recreational/therapeutic activities.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment; report to Nurse Manager.

Skills

Strong communication skills

CPR training

Crisis intervention training

Job description

Hartford HealthCare's Institute of Living is seeking a Nurse Assistant to support nurses in monitoring patients and assisting with daily activities. The role involves establishing therapeutic relationships and contributing to a safe environment under supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, participating in therapeutic activities, and reporting to the Nurse Manager. Prior MH or medical-surgical experience is preferred; CPR and crisis intervention training are required within