Description
Working under the direction of an RN and in compliance with
the treatment plan, provides therapeutic care and monitors patients'
conditions. Assists patients in their daily activities and ensures a safe,
clean environment.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities :
Observes patients'behavior, listen to their concerns, and records their condition, observationsand services performed.
Leads patients in therapeutic and recreationalactivities.
Assists with admitting, transporting anddischarging patients.
Monitors patients' vital signs.
Helps patients with activities of daily living,including eating and bathing.
Restrains patients who may become physicallyviolent.
Delivers compassionate support, attention, andassistance to patients and families.
Ensures compliance with all health careregulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
Maintains safe and clean working environment andprotects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control, hazardouswaste and other policies and protocols.
Performs other related duties as required or directed.
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
One year experience as psychiatric attendant/technician or nurse assistant on inpatient unit.
BLS certification as Healthcare Provider or equivalent through the Military Training Network (MTN).
Preferred: Associate Degree in Health and Human Services or related field or completion of nurse assistant coursework.
Equal Opportunity Employer ofMinorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.
Job: Service/Support
Primary Location: Michigan-Lansing-Ing Reg Med Cent Penn
Employee Status Regular
Shift Night Job
Job Type Standard
Schedule Part-time
Req ID: 20004048