PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN - Adult Rehab
Core
Assist with patient safety, daily living activities, and nursing care on an acute psychiatric hospital unit for adults and children with mental illness.
Role type
Psychiatric Technician
Builds
Safe therapeutic milieu and patient care delivery
Domain
Healthcare / Mental Health
Required skills
Patient observation and reporting, Activities of daily living assistance, Basic clinical procedures (EKG, blood glucose, I&O), De-escalation of aggressive behavior, Code secure leadership, Documentation and charting, Team collaboration
Preferred skills
Ability to function with minimal supervision, Crisis management, Cultural competency
Technologies
EMR systems
Responsibilities
Conduct patient safety rounds every 15 minutes, Perform delegated treatments like EKGs and blood glucose testing, Organize and lead daily goals/wrap up groups, Manage patients with potential for aggressive or combative behavior, Complete admission/discharge processes and documentation, Assist with activities of daily living and nutritional needs
Seniority
Entry-level, direct care staff