About this opportunity
Southern California Hospitals lists this Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Evening/Mid (Van Nuys) opportunity in van nuys, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
The Mental Health Worker aids professional and technical nursing personnel primarily by accomplishing a variety of duties and procedures which are directly related to the care of behavioral impaired or emotionally disturbed patients. Primary duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, ensuring the safety of the patient, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. Assists with stocking unit supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and assisting with other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Demonstrated prior patient care experience, in-service training or formal training
AHA Basic Life Support
Understanding of basic medical terminology
Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
Management of Assaultive Behavior Certification upon start date
Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families
Certification as a Nurse Assistant (CNA) in the state of CA
Physical Requirements
These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and applicable, state and local law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Standing - Constantly
Walking - Constantly
Sitting - Occasionally
Reaching with Hands and Arms - Constantly
Climb or Balance - Frequently
Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Hearing - Constantly
Seeing - Constantly
Performing repetitive motions with arms or hands - Constantly
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 10 lbs - Constantly
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs - Frequently
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs - Frequently
Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs - Frequently
Driving - None
Essential Job Functions / Major Areas of Responsibility
The essential functions below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.
REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION OF CARE: Accurately measures and records patient weights and vital signs. Recognizes and reports changes in the patient's condition, takes appropriate action and accurately documents all activities as required. Receives and accurately inventories and secures patient belongings as appropriate.
PATIENT COMFORT AND PRIVACY: Assists patient with hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures and other Activities of Daily Living (ADL), in consideration of patient age, gender, culture and stated preferences, maintaining patient privacy and respect at all times. Listens and provides emotional support and encouragement for behavioral patients. Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean and safe environment. Ensures Infection Control procedures and HIPAA compliance.
COLLABORATION FOR PATIENT CARE: Assists with patient care activities as directed by licensed nurse, including specimen collection/transport, turning & positioning, and patient transportation.
COMMUNICATION: Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes a proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities. Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision making.
Pay Rate: Min - $20.22 | Max - $26.66
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Worksite address
van nuys, CA, 91405, US
Who can apply
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