Psych Nursing Assistant

HJSRLLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HJSRLLC in Wisconsin seeks a compassionate Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA) to support a multidisciplinary clinical team in delivering patient-centered care. Under RN supervision, you assist with daily living activities, monitor safety, and help maintain a therapeutic environment.

The role emphasizes active listening, de-escalation skills, and teamwork. Prior psychiatric or behavioral health experience is preferred; Active Texas license preferred (or equivalent MHT coursework), BLS/CPR

Qualifications

• Active listening, conflict resolution, de-escalation skills required.
• 1+ year of direct care experience in psychiatric/behavioral health or acute hospital setting preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification and CPI/SPCM de-escalation training (provided on hire if needed) are required or supported.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: assist with ADLs, bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal support.
• Vital Signs & Monitoring: take vitals, height/weight, document data in EHR.
• Safety & Observation: 15-minute rounds and 1-on-1 monitoring for high-risk patients.
• De-escalation & Crisis Intervention: assist staff using approved de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Active listening

Conflict resolution

Verbal de-escalation

Physical stamina

Education

Texas license or MHT coursework

Job description

We are seeking a reliable, empathetic Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA) to join our multidisciplinary clinical team in providing patient-centered therapeutic care.

Role Summary

The Psychiatric Nursing Assistant works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) to assist individuals experiencing acute or chronic mental health conditions. You will play a vital role in ensuring patient safety, assisting with daily living activities, facilitating therapeutic environments, and monitoring patient behaviors.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal support.
• Vital Signs & Monitoring: Conduct routine vital sign checks, measure height/weight, and accurately document medical data in the EHR system.
• Safety & Observation: Perform 15-minute safety rounds, line-of-sight monitoring, or 1-on-1 observation for high-risk patients.
• De-escalation & Crisis Intervention: Assist clinical staff in maintaining a safe, calm environment using therapeutic communication and approved physical/verbal de-escalation techniques (e.g., SPCM/CPI).
• Group & Activity Support: Encourage patient participation in therapeutic groups, recreational activities, and milieu programs.
• Team Collaboration: Report subtle changes in patient behavior, mood, or physical status immediately to the charge RN.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certifications: Active Texas license preferred (or equivalent MHT coursework), current BLS/CPR certification, and CPI/SPCM Crisis De-escalation Training (provided upon hire if needed).
• Experience: 1+ year of direct care experience in a psychiatric, behavioral health, or acute hospital environment preferred.
• Skills: Strong active listening, conflict resolution, verbal de-escalation, and physical stamina to handle dynamic safety interventions.