Mental Health Tech

North Kansas City, MO

Experience

Hospital patient care experience within 3 years

Education

High school or equivalent

Certifications

BLS from AHA required; CNA preferred

Physical Requirements

Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking

Mental Health Tech

Directly observes patients and helps provide activities of daily living while maintaining safety. Requires hospital patient care experience within the last 3 years, BLS from AHA, and a high school diploma or equivalent; CNA preferred.

SUMMARY: Mental Health Technician is responsible for the direct, continuous observation of patients. She/he intervenes as necessary to prevent physical harm to patients who might be at elevated risk of injuring themselves or others due to confusion, delirium,self-destructive behavior, or a high likelihood of falling. Mental Health Technician works with others in the healthcare team to provide Activities of Daily Living and assure prompt intervention to maintain patient safety.

EXPERIENCE: Hospital patient care experience within the last three years.

OTHER: Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking.

LICENSE/CERT: Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association) Preferred: CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant)

EDUCATION: Required: High School or Equivalent

Certifications

BLS from AHA required; CNA preferred

Physical Requirements

Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking

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