Administrative Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Clinical Assessment, Communication Skills, Diversity, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare, High School Diploma, License Management, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Treatment, Nursing, Order Processing, Order Supplies, Patient Admissions, Patient Care, Personal Care, Psychiatric Nursing, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Registered Nurse (RN), Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Training/Teaching
Job Summary
Under the supervision of a licensed registered nurse and/or licensed practical nurse, the Psychiatric Assistant performs a wide range of nursing care activities and related services to support the personal and psychosocial needs of patients. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment while delivering compassionate care. Competency in age-specific care, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Violence Prevention is required.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide personal care and comfort to patients, including proactive rounding every 15 minutes and responding to requests from patients, nurses, physicians, and families
- Assist with patient admissions and discharges, including searches, recording valuables, and taking vital signs
- Document all patient care activities in the electronic medical record, including procedures, teaching, vital signs, intake/output, and rounding
- Provide care for patients under constant observation, including documentation in restraint flow sheets and securing personal belongings
- Assist with meal safety, monitor silverware, and help patients complete menus
- Perform clerical duties such as entering work orders, ordering supplies, providing meal relief, entering lab orders, using the paging system, and operating phones
- Conduct environmental safety rounds, checking for locked doors, fire extinguisher status, department cleanliness, and removal of unsafe items
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Completion of a Nursing Assistant Program required
Experience
- Experience in a healthcare setting preferred
Licensure/Certification
- Maryland Nursing Assistant certification required
- BLS (CPR) certification in compliance with policy required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to relate effectively to individuals from diverse backgrounds
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
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Brook Lane Health Services Inc