Behavioral Health CNA
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Job overview
Prime Healthcare is hiring a Behavioral Health CNA. The Behavioral Health CNA, also known as a Psychiatric Certified Nursing Assistant or Mental Health CNA, provides care for patients with mental health or behavioral challenges. This role involves assisting with daily activities, monitoring behaviors, and promoting a safe, supportive environment. They collaborate with the healthcare team to offer emotional support, identify changes in patient condition, and assist in de-escalating potentially critical situations.
Key focus areas include Assist patients with daily activities: bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and ambulation, Monitor and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nurses or doctors, and Observe for signs of agitation, self-harm, or aggression.
Successful candidates bring Current Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate, Current BLS Certification, and Knowledge Of Medical Terminology. Important skills include Medical Terminology.
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Bonus Amount
1000.00
Bonus Information
Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.
Overview
Department: Behavioral Health Employment Type: Full-time
Shift’s Available: Nights
Hours: 12-hour shift – 7:00pm to 7:00am
Location: Saint John Hospital – Leavenworth, KS
We are seeking a Behavioral Health CNA, also referred to as a Psychiatric Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Mental Health CNA. A Behavioral Health CNA or Mental Health CNA provides care for patients with mental health or behavioral challenges by assisting with daily activities, monitoring behaviors, and promoting a safe, supportive environment. They collaborate with the healthcare team to offer emotional support, identify changes in patient condition, and assist in de-escalating potentially critical situations.
Responsibilities
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Assist patients with daily activities: bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and ambulation
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Monitor and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nurses or doctors; observe for signs of agitation, self-harm, or aggression
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Help maintain a safe, structured environment, use de-escalation techniques to calm distressed or agitated patients
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Accurately document behavior, interventions, and vital signs, communicate effectively with the care team
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Encourage patients to participate in group activities or therapy sessions, offer emotional support and help build trust with patients
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Help with cleaning and maintaining patient rooms, ensure equipment and supplies are stocked
Qualifications
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Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required
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Current BLS upon hire and maintain current
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Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology
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Minimum six months’ previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred
Full benefits at Prime Healthcare:https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
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Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Nights
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf
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FacilitySt. John's Hospital
LocationUS-KS-Leavenworth
ID2026-271028
CategoryAide
Position TypeFull Time
ShiftNights
Job TypeNon-Exempt
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