Nursing Assistant/Mental Health Associate

3 weeks ago


Lexington, Kentucky, United States University of Kentucky Full time
Job Title: Nursing Assistant/Mental Health Associate

Eastern State Hospital is seeking a full-time Nursing Assistant/Mental Health Associate to join our team in the Gragg 2: 28 bed all female unit.

Job Summary:

The Mental Health Associate will assist a licensed healthcare provider in the delivery of patient care to adult patients with a primary psychiatric diagnosis.

Responsibilities:
  • Assist in providing age-appropriate and specific needs, treatment services, and perform related tasks as required.
  • Provide direct patient care by planning, organizing, and implementing psychiatric rehabilitation activities.
  • Assist in escorting patients to and from activities.
  • Assist in screening and basic assessment of patients.
  • Provide documentation and keep records of patient behavior.
  • Assist in patient supervision of patients during treatment/support activities.
Requirements:
  • Must be compassionate, honest, trustworthy, and have a strong work ethic.
  • Must enjoy working in a team, but also be able to take direction and communicate effectively with staff, patients, and their family members independently.
  • Must be confident and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of CPR and basic concept of abnormal vital sign parameters is a must.
  • Strong organizational, prioritization, basic computer navigation skills, and a working knowledge of the Internet are required.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous healthcare experience and CPR certification are preferred.
Our University Community:

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn, and live.

In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients, and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.



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