Under the supervision, of a registered nurse (RN) or Program Specialist, assists professional staff in coordinating and providing care to individuals with an acute or persistent mental disorder or with co-occurring disorders.
The Eligible List created from this recruitment will be used for current and future openings.
NOTE: applicants who meet the employment standards will be invited to take an online exam tentatively scheduled for the week of July 8, 2024.Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience providing patient care in an in-patient acute or sub-acute psychiatric facility.
College course work in Sociology and Psychology is desirable.
Possession of a CPR for the Professional Rescuer Card before completion of Acute Psychiatric Services orientation.
Knowledge of:-
Nursing practices and the various types of materials and equipment related to patient care and their application;
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Basic social and psychological needs, problems, attitudes and behavior patterns related to persistent and acute mental disorders;
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Effective communication and customer service techniques.
Ability to:-
Perform a variety of routine patient care services and administer simple treatments;
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Read, write, spell and speak in English;
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Communicate effectively with patients, and establish/maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
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Understand and follow written and oral instructions;
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Demonstrate concern, compassion and respect to patients and deliver excellent customer service;
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Stand and walk for long periods, sitting infrequently, and exercise a moderate amount of physical exertion consistent with containment of behavioral aggression;
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Lift, carry, push and/or pull 50 pounds;
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Frequently reach and bend above and below waist level;
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Exercise manual dexterity in the handling of patients or equipment;
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Contribute to a positive work environment and work effectively and respectfully as part of a team in providing patient care;
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Follow the appropriate chain of command, addressing disagreements calmly and positively outside the immediate patient environment;
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Maintain a professional attitude, demeanor and appearance, including appropriate dress and proper identification;
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Cope with and perform in a locked, therapeutic psychiatric environment;
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Maintain simple records.