Mental Health Worker - ED Department -Full Time Nights

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Night Flex (United States of America)

Description:

Breakthrough Behavioral Health:

Make It Possible at New York-Presbyterian

Mental & Behavioral Health Nursing Worker - ED Department -Full time Nights

Launch your behavioral health career at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and join our Medical Surgical team as a Mental Health Worker. Whether managing a first episode or a chronic and unresolved complaint, our team distinguishes itself through determined and individualized diagnosis and treatment in a compassionate and discreet environment. Together, we've built a healing haven for patients. Join us, and experience Making It Possible.

Be the eyes and ears of our expert clinical team as a Mental & Behavioral Health Nurse Assistant In this role, you'll observe and document patients' physical, emotional and social behavior, reporting as necessary to the nursing team. Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients, expertly intervening in times of anxiousness and assisting them with their daily activities. Measure, record temperatures, pulses, respiration, blood pressure, provide comfort, and other important clinical information, as an important resource for the multidisciplinary team. Pursue this extraordinary opportunity to gain valuable front-line experience be part of a team to raise the bar for patient care.

This position is 11.5 hour shifts - Nights , 3 shifts per week. Weekend and Holiday requirement

Preferred Criteria 

• Ideal candidates aspire to careers or degrees in Nursing or Behavioral Health.  

• A college degree and at least two years of Behavioral Health Experience. 

Required Criteria

• A high school diploma

• current CPR Training from the American Heart Association required

*Please note official title for this position is Mental Health Worker*

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$30.65-$36.15/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.