Psychiatric Technician, Acute Stabilization Center, Day Shift

Company Description

Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services, and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George’s County residents.

Job Description

Psychiatric Technician - Acute Stabilization Center

Full-time / Day Shift (7 : 30am - 8 : 00pm)

UM Capital Region Health - Largo, MD

Position Summary

Performs initial intake interview for patient and family. Asists in the evaluation and assessement of patient’s condition and psychological functioning. Observes and interacts with patient to determine symptoms and changes in behavior; assists with the therapy process.

P r incipal Duties :

• Provides care based on the patient’s plan of care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Provides for cleanliness, grooming, rest, nourishment and elimination as needed. Encourages independent behavior when appropriate.
• Reports observations and pertinent information concerning patients to the Registered Nurse.
• Assists in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment that respects patients’ rights. Monitors patients for special risks (falls, elopement, suicide attempt) and reports observations to responsible nurse. Inspects unit for contraband.
• Participates in and may conduct therapeutic milieu activities for assigned patients under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Stimulates patients to participate in scheduled daily activities, i.e., community meetings, groups, etc. Assists with activities therapy program under the supervision of the adjunctive therapists.
• Attends individual treatment planning for assigned patients when requested.
• Assists with admission, transfer and discharge procedures. Accompanies patients for scheduled off-unit and off-site activities, field trips, diagnostic tests, etc.
• Observes patient behavior and when necessary, notifies appropriate staff. Observes when the patient’s behavior may be physically harmful to self or others. Intervenes with critical patients such as during escalation, suicidal behavior and elopement. Monitors patients on close observation and / or suicide precautions.
• Is alert to contraband. Watches hall for elopers. Assists in restraining procedures under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Documents completely and accurately according to the unit and division standards, including safety measures.
• Remains calm and effective in emergency situations and follows appropriate guidelines.
• Reports broken and unsafe equipment to appropriate personnel and / or Department Director.

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Qualifications

P OSITION REQUIREMENTS :

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required : Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Basic Life Support – Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

Education / Knowledge

Attained Level : Formal Education Training

Preferred : Associates or Bachelors degree.

Applicable Experience

Experience (years) : Required : 1 - 3 years Preferred : Not applicable

Experience (describe required & preferred) : One year full-time experience as a technician in a mental health setting.

Basic knowledge and working experience with Medical Terminology

Communication Skills & Abilities

Select highest applicable level : Exchange Information on Factual Matters

Bilingual : Preferred Language : Spanish

Problem Solving / Analytical Skills & Abilities

Technical

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation :

Pay Range : $17.92-$30.67 / hour

Other Compensation (if applicable) : Shift differentials

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