PRN Certified Nursing Assistant (MHT) Nights
American Health Communities, Memphis, TN, United States
Requisition Number : PRNCE026463
Posted: April 21, 2026
Part‑Time
Locations
Unity Psychiatric Care
1505 N 2nd St
Memphis, TN 38107, USA
Position Summary
The Mental Health Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of nurses. MHTs provide assistance to patients in daily living such as assisting with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. MHTs provide a safe, therapeutic environment, and crisis intervention.
Essential Functions
Compliance with completion, filing, and retrieval of medical records
Direct patient care such as bathing, dressing, and walking
Transport patients and equipment
Monitor patients for assessments and report to supervisor
Complete admission paperwork and patient orientation to the hospital
Participate and assist with recreational activities for patients
Participate and assist with therapeutic activities for patients
Required Work Experience
One (1) to two (2) years in a mental health, patient care, or geriatric setting preferred
Licensing / Certification / Education Requirements
Certified as a Certified Nurse Assistant required
CPI certification required (or training completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
CMS Restraint and Seclusion training (or training completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
CPR certification is not required upon hire. However, training will be given yearly.
Other Requirements
Position may require unscheduled overtime, after‑hours, and weekend work
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours
Physical Requirements
Job will require frequent lifting of objects up to 50 pounds
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Organization does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Organization will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made.
Preferred Qualifications
Technical/other training or better.
Licenses & Certifications
Required: Certified Nurse Assistant
Preferred: CPI Certification
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Posted: April 21, 2026
Part‑Time
Locations
Unity Psychiatric Care
1505 N 2nd St
Memphis, TN 38107, USA
Position Summary
The Mental Health Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of nurses. MHTs provide assistance to patients in daily living such as assisting with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. MHTs provide a safe, therapeutic environment, and crisis intervention.
Essential Functions
Compliance with completion, filing, and retrieval of medical records
Direct patient care such as bathing, dressing, and walking
Transport patients and equipment
Monitor patients for assessments and report to supervisor
Complete admission paperwork and patient orientation to the hospital
Participate and assist with recreational activities for patients
Participate and assist with therapeutic activities for patients
Required Work Experience
One (1) to two (2) years in a mental health, patient care, or geriatric setting preferred
Licensing / Certification / Education Requirements
Certified as a Certified Nurse Assistant required
CPI certification required (or training completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
CMS Restraint and Seclusion training (or training completed prior to direct patient care) with yearly refreshers
CPR certification is not required upon hire. However, training will be given yearly.
Other Requirements
Position may require unscheduled overtime, after‑hours, and weekend work
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours
Physical Requirements
Job will require frequent lifting of objects up to 50 pounds
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Organization does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Organization will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made.
Preferred Qualifications
Technical/other training or better.
Licenses & Certifications
Required: Certified Nurse Assistant
Preferred: CPI Certification
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