Mental Health Aide Emergency Department
1 week ago
The Mental Health Aide provides support to patients in the Emergency Department, working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Physician. This role involves implementing programs for acute psychiatric patients and providing basic nursing care. The ideal candidate will have experience working with psychiatric patients and a solid understanding of human anatomy, basic medical terminology, and rehabilitation principles.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Obtains verbal report from the patient's nurse to include information regarding the patient's identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers, as well as any special considerations. Provides physical support to assist assigned patients with daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising. Reviews patients' dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patients receive appropriate diets. Measures and records food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff. Records vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the registered nurse. May accompany patients and nurses for testing and procedures off the unit but must remain within arm's length of patients unless otherwise directed by the person performing the test or procedure. Observant of patients' activity and behavior and communicates on a regular basis to the nurse. Receives direction from the nurse regarding what to report, to whom, and how. Provides for patient comfort, safety, and satisfaction. Maintains patient environment in a safe and orderly manner. Functions cooperatively as a team member. Responds as directed by responsible nurses to changing patients'/unit's needs. Communicates in a professional manner and demonstrates respect for patients, families/significant others, and other healthcare members. Offers support and feedback to peers and staff. Applies principles of caring and healing in interactions with patients and families and with colleagues. Accurately and legibly records data collected and notifies RN of any untoward events, i.e., physical symptoms, behavioral changes, violent behavior, etc. Seeks and supports opportunities for professional growth and development. Offers consistent and visible support to team members. Complies with all hospital rules, regulations, and nursing standards. Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the CARE Commitments. Verbalizes understanding and responsibilities during all Emergency codes. When sitting, the assigned patient remains the Mental Health Aide's PRIMARY responsibility at all times. Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employee's knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations. Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job. Performs related duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
A. Education
High school graduate or equivalent preferred. B. Qualifications/Experience
Six (6) months minimum experience in Emergency Department or inpatient setting working with psychiatric patients. Adult and/or adolescent psych unit experience highly preferred. Consideration will be given to those with experience in an inpatient chemical dependency unit. Current California State Nurse Assistant certification required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS). Must complete annual Workplace Violence Prevention Program/Certificate, per hospital policy, during initial training/orientation but not to exceed 30 days from hire/transfer. A solid understanding of human anatomy, basic medical terminology, and rehabilitation principles is desired. C. Special Skills/Knowledge
Bilingual skills preferred (Spanish). Basic computer skills. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS). Current Managing Aggressive Behavior (MAB) within 90 days of hire. Completion of Sitter training course within 30 days of start date. Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people. MLKCH Video
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