Job Description

Assists in providing patient care and treatment on the Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit. Helps in maintaining a safe and clean environment, assists the patient care team in providing various patient care activities and demonstrates a positive attitude in a fast-paced, sometimes challenging environment. The age of population served is 18 years old to geriatric.

Qualifications

Education & Training: High School diploma or equivalent. Certified by the Maryland State Board of Nursing as a Nursing Assistant required. Current BLS required.

Work Orientation & Experience: Previous experience as Nursing Assistant in hospital, working with behavioral health patients is preferred. May require up to (3) weeks of orientation with a preceptor. Training in de-escalation and management of aggressive behavior provided/required.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to: a) read, write and comprehend medical terminology; b) effectively convey verbal and written information; c) follow directions; d) perform simple mathematical calculations correctly; e) respond to emergency situations appropriately; f) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts; g) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; h) organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities; and j) understands and respects importance of patient privacy and confidentiality; k) develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital and nursing administration.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.