Therapeutic Care Aide – Mental Health & Wellness

CHRISTUS Health; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Lake Charles, LA seeks a Nursing Assistant to support the psychiatric unit by maintaining a therapeutic environment and assisting patients with daily living activities. You will establish therapeutic relationships, take vital signs, weigh patients, and collect routine specimens.

You will participate in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings under the direction of a licensed nurse.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a licensed nurse, performs service-related activities in support of patient care and the patient care unit.
• Direct and indirect care to assigned patients focusing on hygiene, vital signs, and recreational activities.

Skills

BLS

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Lake Charles, LA seeks a Nursing Assistant to support the psychiatric unit by maintaining a therapeutic environment and assisting patients with daily living activities. You will establish therapeutic relationships, take vital signs, weigh patients, and collect routine specimens.

You will participate in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings under the direction of a licensed nurse.