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Seasonal - Student BHT I - Inpatient Psychiatric - Per Diem

Mohawk Valley Health System, Trenton, NJ, United States


Seasonal - Student BHT I - Inpatient Psychiatric - Per Diem
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee, the Behavioral Health Technician provides direct and indirect patient care. Provides a clean, safe environment, maintains equipment and supplies. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities

Core Job Responsibilities

Orients new patients to the unit

Records and processes patient belongings on admission and at discharge

Performs and records patient vital signs, intake and output; notifies RN on any changes

Monitors patient's compliance with pre and post procedure instructions under the supervision of a RN

Continuously observes patient behavior, mental status and activities. Notifies RN of any changes or unusual occurrences

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors

Maintains equipment and supplies

Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities

Performs other duties as required

Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED:

High school graduate or equivalent

One-two years’ experience as a nursing assistant or as a mental health worker required

Ability to effectively communicate in English; both verbally and in writing

PREFERRED:

Crisis Prevention Intervention training preferred.

Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED:

Current BLA certification

Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Req Id 97454
Department PSYCHIATRIC UNIT
Shift Variable
Shift Hours Worked 12.50
FTE 0.15
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-12 HR
Employee Status A7 - Occasional
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $16 - $21 per hour

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