Mental Health Technician | Unit 62 North Tower | Full-time | Variable (3-12's shifts)

UF Health
UF Health·Gainesville, Florida·1 week ago
Full-timeOn-site

Job Description

Responsibilities In the this role the Mental Health Technician functions as an assistant to the nurse in Inpatient Psychiatry and under the direct supervision of the R.N. Supports maintenance of a therapeutic and safe environment. Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patients in support of treatment goals. Assists with the delivery of direct patient care. Monitors and intervenes in environment to provide a safe, therapeutic milieu. The Mental Health Technician provides nursing support to achieve the organization's mission of excellent patient care and nursing's vision of setting a new standard of excellence in autonomous and accountable nursing practice committed to patient advocacy and innovative patient care in a climate of trust and collaboration. Schedule FTE: .90 (3-12's) Hours: Variable Days: Variable Location: Gainesville, FL Qualifications Education High school diploma or equivalent and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); OR Nursing student currently enrolled in an approved program for preparation of either professional nurses or licensed practical nurses - upon successful completion of the didactic and clinical portion of a nursing fundamental course work; OR Junior and Senior High School Students attending the Institute of Health Professions who are CNAs and have a recommendation from the instructor. Experience Excellent communication skills Licensure/Certification/Registration Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), if applicable Must successfully pass an AHCA Level 2 screening for this position: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Skills Required

Patient carePsychiatric supportSafety monitoringCommunicationNursing assistanceTherapeutic environment maintenance

About the Company

UF Health

UF Health

Salary insight

Psychiatric technicians and aides typically earn $45,130/year in the US.

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