Psychiatric Care Tech & CNA — 2nd/3rd Shift

Western State Hospital; Staunton (VA); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Health, dental, vision plans

Retirement plans

Paid training and holidays

Shift differentials

Descripción de la vacante

Western State Hospital is hiring full-time Psychiatric Care Technicians and Certified Nursing Aides (CNAs) for 2nd shift, with 12-hour and 8-hour shifts. Roles involve providing direct patient care in a 24/7 psychiatric facility, following care policies under licensed staff supervision.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, conducting one-on-one observations, de-escalation, documenting in the EHR, and transporting patients for appointments.

Formación

• Provide direct psychiatric patient care under licensed staff.
• Communicate effectively with staff and patients.
• Work in a secure environment with acutely ill individuals.
• Report observations accurately to licensed staff.
• Complete annual competency training including TOVA with restraints.
• Maintain BLS certification.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver quality care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor vital signs and document in EHR.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide one-on-one direct observations.
• Use de-escalation techniques with patients.
• Escort patients to appointments and classes.
• Maintain clean and safe patient areas.
• Document observations and communicate with the team.

Conocimientos

Direct psychiatric care

Communication

Teamwork

Infection prevention

BLS certification

Computer skills

Observation & reporting

Crisis intervention

Educación

CNA certification

Descripción del empleo

Western State Hospital is hiring full-time Psychiatric Care Technicians and Certified Nursing Aides (CNAs) for 2nd shift, with 12-hour and 8-hour shifts. Roles involve providing direct patient care in a 24/7 psychiatric facility, following care policies under licensed staff supervision.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, conducting one-on-one observations, de-escalation, documenting in the EHR, and transporting patients for appointments.