Therapeutic Mental Health Nursing Assistant

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern State Hospital is currently recruiting for a full-time Nurse Assistant/Mental Health Associate for Gragg 1: 28-Bed All-Male Unit. The role supports a licensed healthcare provider in delivering care to adult patients with psychiatric diagnoses, performing tasks such as vital signs, ADLs, and assisting with rehabilitation activities.

The position involves escorting patients to activities, participating in group sessions, and ensuring accurate documentation and a safe therapeutic

Qualifications

• Experience in psychiatric care is preferred.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living for adults.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed provider in delivery of patient care to adults with psychiatric diagnoses.
• Obtain vital signs and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provide psychiatric rehabilitation activities and lead group activities.
• Escort patients to and from activities and assist in screening and basic assessment.
• Maintain documentation and records of patient behavior.
• Help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment by following hospital policies.

Skills

Vital signs

Direct patient care

Group activities

Documentation

Job description

Eastern State Hospital is currently recruiting for a full-time Nurse Assistant/Mental Health Associate for Gragg 1: 28-Bed All-Male Unit. The role supports a licensed healthcare provider in delivering care to adult patients with psychiatric diagnoses, performing tasks such as vital signs, ADLs, and assisting with rehabilitation activities.

The position involves escorting patients to activities, participating in group sessions, and ensuring accurate documentation and a safe therapeutic