Psychiatric CNA: Crisis Care & Daily Support

AltaPointe Health Systems; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

BayPointe Hospital in Mobile, AL, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support daily patient care under licensed nursing supervision. The role includes measuring vital signs, accuchecks, I&O documentation, and assisting patients with daily living activities on assigned units.

Strong communication and de-escalation skills are essential to maintain a safe, supportive environment for children, adolescents, and adults in psychiatric care at BayPointe.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and current Certified Nursing Assistant in Alabama.
• CNA must be active and in good standing.
• Ability to perform vital signs, accuchecks, and basic observation.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily tasks of vital signs, glucose checks, I&Os, EKGs as needed, and assisting with activities of daily living.
• Provides ongoing monitoring and interaction with patients.
• Documents progress notes and treatment goals per policy and standards.
• Assists patients with personal care and daily living activities.
• Deescalates crisis situations using mindset principles and communicates with staff.

Skills

Vital signs

Observation

De-escalation

Communication

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA Alabama

Job description

BayPointe Hospital in Mobile, AL, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support daily patient care under licensed nursing supervision. The role includes measuring vital signs, accuchecks, I&O documentation, and assisting patients with daily living activities on assigned units.

Strong communication and de-escalation skills are essential to maintain a safe, supportive environment for children, adolescents, and adults in psychiatric care at BayPointe.