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Prime Healthcare Mental Health Worker - Per Diem - 12 Hr in Chicago, Illinois
Overview
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Responsibilities
Mental Health Worker Inpatient: Under the direction and supervision of the RN, LVN or Charge RN assist the licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care including assistance with activities of daily living. Supports the unit functions and maintains a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and co-workers; functions as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN. Performs some clerical duties as assigned and provides basic nursing care for the adult and geriatric patients. Performs responsibilities within the guidelines of the Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Mental Health Worker Outpatient: Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing, RN and the Program Director carries out activities of daily living program and individual treatment plans for the psychiatric patients.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
Must have current and valid license as a Certified Nursing Assistant issued by the State if a CNA. If not a CNA, must have a minimum of one year experience working as Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting.
Current BLS upon hire and maintain current.
One (1) year prior mental health experience preferred.
Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.
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FacilitySaint Mary of Nazareth Hospital
LocationUS-IL-Chicago
ID2024-180462
CategoryAide
Position TypePer Diem
ShiftVariable
Job TypeNon-Exempt
