Mental Health Technician - Nights

Universal Health Services · Portland

Responsibilities

The Night Shift Mental Health Technician:

observes, escorts, and monitors patients
reports observations to the Registered Nurse
provides basic nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse
assists patients with activities of daily living; assists in the maintenance of a safe, secure, and clean environment
engages patients in positive role models recovery-oriented behaviors

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of behavior management strategies required to provide care for persons with psychiatric and/or substance use disorders
knowledge of approved techniques to assist patients with ambulation and self-care preferred
Must be able to read, understand, and follow policies, procedures, and written treatment plans.
Must have current AHA BLS CPR within 30 days of hire

The Night Shift Mental Health Technician:

observes, escorts, and monitors patients
reports observations to the Registered Nurse
provides basic nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse
assists patients with activities of daily living; assists in the maintenance of a safe, secure, and clean environment
engages patients in positive role models recovery-oriented behaviors

High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of behavior management strategies required to provide care for persons with psychiatric and/or substance use disorders
knowledge of approved techniques to assist patients with ambulation and self-care preferred
Must be able to read, understand, and follow policies, procedures, and written treatment plans.
Must have current AHA BLS CPR within 30 days of hire