Mental Health Technician, Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center
2 weeks ago
Job Overview:
The Mental Health Technician is a member of the multidisciplinary patient care team. The MHT provides key assistance to patients who require special precautions, and is responsible for remaining with the assigned patient at all times during their assigned shift except when relieved by staff for break and meal time.
CRSC is located in Morganville/Marlboro NJ.
Qualifications:
Required:
* High school diploma or equivalency required
* One (1) year of Nurse Aide/Assistant/CHHA/Emergency Medical Technician, or satisfactory completion of an Aide training program
* 3-5 years of related experience in a psychiatric or geriatric-psychiatric service setting required
* Preferably at least one (1) year experience as a phlebotomist and/or EKG technician with health care background
* Must successfully complete MMC clinical training orientation
* Annual BEST certification
Scheduling Requirements:
* Evening Shift
* Per Diem Scheduling
Essential Functions:
* The Mental Health Technician works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse to provide care to patients with diverse psychiatric illnesses
* The Mental Health Technician is expected to remain alert and observant to prevent injury or escape, and engage in therapeutic communication and activities to distract, occupy, and develop therapeutic rapport
* Mental Health Technicians are expected to comply with hospital policies on confidentiality, infection control, and compassionate care
* Adherence to patient restrictions and ability to appropriately manage aggressive, violent, and confused behavior required
* All methods of practice and,or work performance shall conform to written established hospital policies and procedures and be carried to the highest achievable level of competence in a manner demonstrating concern and consideration
* Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments. i,e, damaged floors,walls,ceiling tiles,unsecured areas, and medical errors, etc
* Accompanies patients when transported to a dept for testing or procedures
* Remains with patient at all times unless relieved or directed by a caregiver
* Maintains a safe and clean environment
* Serves prepared meals
* May provide for safe ambulation
* Provides companionship and conversation with patients
* Provides stimulating activities for patients to participate in, i,e,board games, repetitious simple tasks, videos, etc
* Monitors patient activity at all times
* Receives report before starting assignment
* Understands information pertinent to assigned patients
* Follows directions for specific patients. For example: related to dietary requirements, needs, and completes assignments
* Reports vital signs out of normal range to RN
* Checks patient's name band for correct identification
* Assures proper name and that band is secure on the patient's wrist
* Performs laboratory procedures as noted: EKG, venipuncture, capillary sampling, glucose monitoring and other laboratory procedures as directed by the RN
* Assists patient with patient hygiene performs perinea care, and AOL activities
* Positions patients to relieve pressure and preserve skin integrity
* Observes and reports changes in the physical, mental, emotional, behavioral and social status to the Registered Nurse
* Recognizes emergent or potential emergent situations and responds appropriately
* Remains alert, observant, and attentive to patient at all times
* Reviews and follows patient's care plan to ascertain patient goals
* Documents in Safety and Attendance patient's location, activity, behavior, thought content, and level of observation in the electronic record every 15 minutes
* Reports off-duty to the nurse before leaving the unit, and make sure that relief by BHT for the next shift is present with patient before leaving the patient alone
* Correctly complies with all national patient safety goals and risk reduction procedures and associated policies as applicable to the scope of practice
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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