Behavioral Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatric - Full Time - Nights

Job description

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 REQUIRED: PREFERRED: - High school graduate or equivalent - One-two years’ experience as a nursing assistant or as a mental hea...