Mental Health Specialist - Short Term Unit

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Job Summary

Summary
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Mental Health Specialist provides direct patient care and supports a safe, therapeutic milieu.

Does this position require patient care?
Yes

Essential Functions
Direct Patient Care
- Assist the RN in providing direct patient care and completing patient care assignments.
- Document AFS, progress notes, observation sheets, and other required information accurately and timely.
- Establish therapeutic relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Participate in patient rounds, teams, and care planning as assigned.
- Identify behaviors that may contribute to crisis situations and use verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques.
- Support complex patient situations and schedules using department policies, procedures, and the least restrictive alternatives.
- Communicate changes in patient status to the RN and follow Standards of Care and protocols for assigned patients.
- Remain awake, alert, and attentive while on duty.
- Perform Point of Care testing as assigned.
Therapeutic Milieu Support
- Participate in planning and implementing patient groups and therapeutic activities.
- Provide direction, support, supervision, and recreation or off-hall activities based on patient needs.
- Follow established Nursing policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Monitor the milieu while assigned to checks, with attention to patient and staff safety.
Safety and Unit Environment
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Identify and report housekeeping, equipment, and supply concerns to appropriate unit staff.
- Support unit inventory processes and report when supplies are low.
- Encourage patient activities that support a clean, organized, and safe environment.
Activities of Daily Living
- Identify patient hygiene needs and assist with interventions to support daily living.
- Support patients’ nutritional needs according to unit procedures.
- Assist and reassure patients during tests, exams, and procedures.
- Escort and supervise patients on and off grounds while maintaining safety.
Professional Growth and Competency
- Complete mandatory in-service requirements and maintain competency for assigned patient populations.
- Identify strengths and professional development opportunities with supervisor support.
- Seek constructive feedback from peers, supervisors, and professional colleagues.
- Participate in critical incident debriefing and related learning opportunities.

 

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
One year of clinical experience, preferably in a psychiatric setting 1-2 years preferred and Previous experience in direct patient care preferred preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work in collaboration with others.
- Must complete and pass Epic training within 30 days of hire.
- Successful passing (80% or higher) of Epic training modules(s) is a minimum requirement of the job.

 

 

Onsite

 

115 Mill Street

 

24

 

Regular

 

Rotating (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$22.40 - $29.73/Hourly

 

Grade

MCL050

 

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