Mental Health Tech II

Position Summary

Performs general nursing care to patients in a manner that considers safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN).

Orlando Health is home to Orlando Health Behavioral Healthcare, an 80-bed psychiatric hospital. We offer comprehensive services for people suffering from mental and addictive disorders. A full range of psychiatric disorders are treated from depression and bipolar disorder to schizophrenia as well as addictive behaviors stemming from drug and alcohol use.

South Seminole Hospital : 555 W State Rd 434, Longwood, FL 32750

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Pool / Per-Diem

Responsibilities

• Documents observations on assigned patients in legible, accurate and appropriate format following hospital and unit procedures.
• Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient's condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team.
• Assists with nursing education groups.
• Completes assignments of AM / PM care, vital signs, phlebotomy, total milieu supervision of patient care : assist members of the nursing team and / or other disciplines; assist with admissions and discharges as assigned.
• Demonstrates competency in unit specific tasks and skill as defined by unit specific competency list.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education / Training

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Licensure / Certification

Experience

Two (2) years' experience as Mental Health Technician, Psychology Technician, Nursing Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant or Corpsman is required. Associates degree in psychology, education, child development tor healthcare field may substitute for up to two years' experience. Associate degree in psychology, education, child development or healthcare field may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience.