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Description Join our Neuropsychiatric Hospital and become part of a multidisciplinary team committed to supporting individuals experience acute mental health needs focusing on OCD. In this role, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and interdisciplinary team, helping implement and evaluate established treatment plans while supporting a safe and therapeutic environment. You will collaborate closely with nurses and other healthcare professions to monitory patient progress, support daily care needs, facilitate therapeutic activities, and contribute to individualized patient care planning.
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Provide direct patient care in accordance with established nursing care plans and medical orders Monitor and report changes in patient behavior, appearance, symptoms, and overall condition Support therapeutic programming through individual, small group, and large group activities Assist with activities of daily living and therapeutic milieu management Document patient observations, interventions, and clinical outcomes accurately and timely Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary team members to support patient treatment goals Assist in maintaining a safe environment and respond appropriately to behavioral health emergencies Please note: this is a part-time position Salary range: $32.74/hr - $42.23/hr Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral sciences or related field and 3 years experience in a psychiatric inpatient setting OR Master’s degree and 2 years of experience in a psychiatric inpatient setting or equivalent Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Knowledge of group dynamics and therapeutic group processes Knowledge of psychological functioning and behavioral change Knowledge of therapeutic communication techniques Understanding of multidisciplinary healthcare team collaboration Ability to assess, observe, and report patient behavior and concerns Knowledge of managing assaultive behavior and utilizing appropriate safety interventions Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate patient-focused activities and therapeutic programming Strong verbal and written communication skills
About the role
In this role, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and interdisciplinary team, helping implement and evaluate established treatment plans while supporting a safe and therapeutic environment.