Weekend Night Psychiatric Technician

McLean Hospital; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

McLean SouthEast (MSE) seeks a Nursing Assistant for a weekend night shift on the General Adult Unit. The role includes direct patient care for psychiatric disorders, medication support, and active family involvement within a team setting. Training is required with 40 hours on day shift for the first week.

Responsibilities include collaboration with the care team, ensuring safety, and maintaining documentation. CPI training is expected within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
• LNA certification preferred (NH).
• 0-1 year related experience preferred.
• CPI training required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
• Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
• Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions.
• Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (e.g. suicide precautions).
• Provides shift-to-shift reports and remains on the unit during incoming shift report.
• Thinks and acts quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• Maintains professional boundaries in relationships with patients.
• Completes and files all documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

Teamwork

Electronic Health Records

Communication

Multitasking

CPI training

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

McLean SouthEast (MSE) seeks a Nursing Assistant for a weekend night shift on the General Adult Unit. The role includes direct patient care for psychiatric disorders, medication support, and active family involvement within a team setting. Training is required with 40 hours on day shift for the first week.

Responsibilities include collaboration with the care team, ensuring safety, and maintaining documentation. CPI training is expected within 30 days of hire.