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Job description
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Psychiatric Unit Travel Assignment in Norristown, PA
Join a behavioral health team in Norristown, Pennsylvania, and make a meaningful impact in psychiatric care, detox, and residential rehabilitation. This travel CNA job offers a supportive campus environment, competitive weekly pay, and the opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary healthcare team serving patients with mental health and addiction needs. Located in Norristown, PA 19403, this on-site opportunity places you in a convenient Montgomery County community with easy access to the greater Philadelphia area.
Job Details
Position Type: Travel Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location: Norristown, PA 19403 - a convenient Montgomery County location with easy access to the Philadelphia metro area
Healthcare Setting: Behavioral health, psychiatric care, detox, and residential rehab
Shift: 12-hour nights
Schedule: Every other weekend required; 3 out of 6 major holidays required
Hours Per Week: 36
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Estimated Pay: $610 - $650
Charting System: Cerner
Orientation: Hospital orientation followed by unit-based orientation across assigned areas
Location Keywords: Montgomery County healthcare jobs, Philadelphia area healthcare jobs
Job Requirements Current CNA certification required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar behavioral health, psychiatric, or healthcare setting
IV experience required
Residential rehab experience strongly preferred
BLS certification required
Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
Ability to work effectively with physicians, psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and addiction counselors
Comfort working in a low-violence but potentially high-acuity behavioral health environment
Willingness to float across campus between acute and rehab units as needed
Professional appearance required; tattoos must be covered and nails kept natural
Responsibilities Support patient admissions during scheduled hours
Assist with medication pass and patient care tasks as directed
Perform patient assessments and promptly communicate changes to the care team
Lead or assist with patient groups, with a focus on medication education and behavioral health support
Partner with psych techs, nursing staff, and campus security to help maintain a safe, respectful environment
Provide attentive care for patients in acute psych, detox, and residential rehabilitation units
Assist with IV-related patient needs on units where required
Promote dignity, respect, and stigma-free care for individuals experiencing mental health and addiction challenges
Remain active, engaged, and professional throughout the shift while delivering high-quality patient support
Why Apply? Travel CNA opportunity in the greater Philadelphia region
Supportive behavioral healthcare campus with multiple unit types
Hands-on experience in psychiatric nursing and addiction recovery care
Competitive weekly pay and a consistent 13-week contract
Apply now to join this behavioral health travel CNA opportunity in Norristown, PA and help provide compassionate care to patients who need it most.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Who can apply
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