Behavioral Health Technician- ED Safety Attendant, Per Diem Variable
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $18.50
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
educational assistance
Disability insurance
Job Description
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional medical care and patient services. The medical center is part of the Cape Fear Valley Health System, known for its comprehensive healthcare programs, advanced medical technology, and a dedicated team of professionals who prioritize patient safety and well-being. The institution serves a diverse community with a focus on excellence in both acute care and specialized health services. Dedicated to promoting a safe and therapeutic environment, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center fosters innovation and compassionate care, making it a respected name in... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training and certification within 30 days of employment
- Ability to work variable shifts
- Position requires bending, prolonged standing, and walking
- Ability to turn and lift patients
- Must possess visual and auditory acuity for observation and manual dexterity for computer use and documentation
- May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associates degree or Bachelors degree in psychology or social work preferred
- Nursing Assistant certification accepted
- BLS from the American Heart Association required
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training and certification within 30 days of employment
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must possess excellent customer service skills
- Demonstrates competency to work with children, adolescents, and adults with mental illness
- Possesses basic knowledge of age specific considerations for the population served
- Must possess unrestricted NCI Certification upon completion of training
- General computer competency required
Job Duties
- Provides care to the patients in a manner that promotes safety, protects patient rights, preserves patient dignity, provides comfort and is conducive to a positive therapeutic environment
- Assists with new admissions including conducting contraband searches, orientating patient to room and environment, obtaining vital signs and securing patient belongings in designated area
- Assists with transfers and discharges including obtaining vital signs and gathering patient belongings
- Obtaining and monitoring vital signs, obtain patient weight and report abnormalities to nurse
- Assists patients with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, and toileting if necessary
- Assists with therapeutic holds, restraints, and seclusion procedures after completing NCI Training
- Assess patients through play and group activities, report abnormal findings to nurse
- Assists with Q-15-minute rounding and video, visual constant and touch constant observation, monitoring and documentation as directed by nurse
- Assists with documentation of intake and output and graphing of vital signs as directed
- Facilitates Therapeutic Community Meeting and Wrap-up as assigned
- Participates in educational and performance improvement initiatives
- Actively participates in cost containment
- Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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