Certified Nursing Assistant

4 weeks ago

Chattanooga, United States Erlanger Behavioral Health Full time
Overview

Join our team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Erlanger Behavioral Health Located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, our 94-bed treatment center offers superior psychiatric and addiction services to individuals of all ages.

Specializing in exceptional mental health care for various age groups, we cater to adolescent patients aged 12+ and older adults. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of those in need through compassionate therapeutic practices and thrive in a supportive team environment that fosters learning and growth, this position is perfect for you Apply now

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Provide medical or therapeutic care under direction of nursing or clinical staff.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure the well being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment, under direction of charge nurse or supervisor.

• Patient safety is addressed through

• Complete patient observation rounds timely. Observation may be assigned every 15 minutes, within reach of patient and/or 1:1 patient care.

• Ensure patient rooms are clean and uncluttered.

• Assist with transferring, lifting, raising or turning patients.

• Obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and ensure accurate documentation.

• Identify self to patient and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly.

• Engage with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.

• Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress.

• Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patient's emotions, behavior and participation in treatment and assist with seclusion and restraints when necessary.

• Monitor behavioral improvements and reinforce these behaviors. Report changes and responses to treatment by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately.

• Reinforce skills patients learn from nurses, physicians and therapist that promote improved physical and mental wellness.

• Insure comfort, dignity, privacy and perform related CNA duties such as feed, bath, dress, groom, move patients or change linens.

• Provide transfer or transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member, as required.

• Adherence to work schedule and overall attendance.

• Follow established policies, procedures and standards for patient care.

• Clean unit as assigned by professional staff, including equipment such as, beds, IV poles and wheelchairs.

• Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient medical record.

• Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat and rehabilitate.

• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

• Communicate clearly and effectively to patients, family members, guests and other members of the health care team.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Additional education or training which results in certification as nursing assistant per state requirements required.

• Previous experience in behavioral health setting knowledge and experience working with the population of the facility preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or license, per state requirements.

• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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