Psychiatric Tech (PRN)

International Executive Service Corps; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

International Executive Service Corps is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the Nursing Station and unit operations under supervision of the Director of Nursing or Clinical Manager. The role blends clerical duties with direct patient care and requires maintaining a safe, clean environment.

The position emphasizes accuracy in order entry, timely communications among patients, physicians and staff, and adherence to hospital policies while providing patient-centered care across age groups.

Qualifications

• Typing, medical terminology, and computer skills are required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate care and follow unit policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist plan, organize, implement and evaluate nursing station activities.
• Process patient, physician and staff communications accurately and timely.
• Assist with patient care and room preparation as directed by nursing staff.
• Order and restock office supplies to meet daily unit needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of unit competencies and age-appropriate care.

Skills

Typing

Medical Terminology

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree desired

Job description

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, Clinical Manager or designee, assists in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating the activities occurring in the Nursing Station and on the unit by performing clerical and receptionist duties, direct patient care and maintaining the physical environment of the area.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Duty 1: Demonstrates knowledge and skill of office equipment and order entry systems to enable processing of orders in a complete, accurate and timely manner.


• Duty 2: Processes patient, physician and staff communications in a time-conscience, organized manner to ensure information is relayed to the appropriate personnel.


• Duty 3: Assist with patient care and room preparation as directed by nursing staff or designee to address patient needs and safety.


• Duty 4: Orders and restocks office supplies as needed to provide adequate stock to meet daily unit needs.


• Duty 5: Demonstrates knowledge of all unit specific competencies.


• Duty 6: Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served to facilitate the identification and the identification and reporting of changes in patient condition or behavior.


• Duty 7: Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and practices to ensure quality job performance and hospital compliance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School graduate or equivalent


• Typing, Medical Terminology and Computer training or experience.


• Students in psychology, nursing, social work, criminal justice and administrative studies are encouraged to apply


• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.


• Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.


• The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.


• Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree desired

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, sitting, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing. The associate will be required to lift 50 pounds or more. This position requires individuals to lift work above the shoulders. The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range. Individual must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

This position is classified \"at risk\" for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.). This position operates in a fast-paced environment and is classified as \"high risk\" where exposure to unpredictable, volatile situations and patient aggression may occur.