Certified Nursing Assistant Nights (7pm-7:30am) - Acadia Healthcare : Job Details

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Ensure the well being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment, under direction of charge nurse or supervisor.

* Patient safety is addressed through

* Complete patient observation rounds timely. Observation may be assigned every 15 minutes, within reach of patient and/or 1:1 patient care.

* Ensure patient rooms are clean and uncluttered.

* Assist with transferring, lifting, raising or turning patients.

* Obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and ensure accurate documentation.

* Identify self to patient and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly.

* Engage with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.

* Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress.

* Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patient's emotions, behavior and participation in treatment and assist with seclusion and restraints when necessary.

* Monitor behavioral improvements and reinforce these behaviors. Report changes and responses to treatment by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately.

* Reinforce skills patients learn from nurses, physicians and therapist that promote improved physical and mental wellness.

* Insure comfort, dignity, privacy and perform related CNA duties such as feed, bath, dress, groom, move patients or change linens.

* Provide transfer or transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member, as required.

* Adherence to work schedule and overall attendance.

* Follow established policies, procedures and standards for patient care.

* Clean unit as assigned by professional staff, including equipment such as, beds, IV poles and wheelchairs.

* Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient medical record.

* Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat and rehabilitate.

* Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

* Communicate clearly and effectively to patients, family members, guests and other members of the health care team.

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OTHER FUNCTIONS:

* Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

* High School diploma or equivalent required.

* Additional education or training which results in certification as nursing assistant per state requirements required.

* Previous experience in behavioral health setting knowledge and experience working with the population of the facility preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

* Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or license, per state requirements.

* CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).