MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN PRN-S5 PSYCHIATRIC

MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN PRN-S5 PSYCHIATRIC
Camden, NJ
Job ID 49877 Job Type Per Diem
Shift Day
Specialty Nursing/Clinical Support

About us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Assists the Registered Nurse in providing direct, indirect and non-patient care responsibilities.Contributes to quality patient care by serving as a significant member of the multidisciplinarytreatment team in providing therapeutic groups and activities, milieu counseling and management.Performs patient care observation rounds, 1:1 observation, environmental rounds, vital signs, control logs, glucose checks, specimen collections, treatment planning, patient education, visitor & meal monitoring, belongings and body checks and documentation as needed.Uses verbal de-escalation techniques to manage disruptive patient behaviors, in addition to limit-setting and physical restraint Application as directed, and functions as a valuable member of the treatment team during a psychiatric code and Code Grey.Performs clerical functions to support the clinical operations of the unit.

experience Required

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a mental health, forensic or addictions setting.

Education Requirements

Associate degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred, in Psychology or related study.

License/Certification Requirements

American Heart Association BLS

Special Requirements

PRN, varies

looking for an individual that can work flexible hours

6 shifts in a 6 week schedule

hours: 7a-7:30p

The New Jersey Pay Transparency Act requires disclosure of the pay range for this position.

A salary offer will vary based on the job role, candidate experience, qualifications, internal pay equity and market data.

Cooper University Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all team members. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other status protected by law or regulation. To request reasonable accommodation, contact talent-acquisition@cooperhealth.edu

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