WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Raleigh, North Carolina
Mental Health Technician I-Patient Constant Observer
Job details
- Location
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Apply on
- jobs.wakemed.org
About this role
Overview
The Mental Health Tech I provides direct patient care and management of patients with medical and behavioral issues under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse by performing non-professional patient care services, crisis intervention, therapeutic interactions and behavior management. The Mental Health Tech I also provides non-direct patient care by providing continuous observation and surveillance of patients through an interactive visual monitoring system or a closed-circuit TV monitoring system.
Department Description
Licensure
Nurse Aide I Required
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Experience
1 Year Clinical - Nurse Aide Required 1 Year Clinical - Mental Health Preferred
The Mental Health Tech I provides direct patient care and management of patients with medical and behavioral issues under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse by performing non-professional patient care services, crisis intervention, therapeutic interactions and behavior management. The Mental Health Tech I also provides non-direct patient care by providing continuous observation and surveillance of patients through an interactive visual monitoring system or a closed-circuit TV monitoring system.
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Licensure
Nurse Aide I Required
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Experience
1 Year Clinical - Nurse Aide Required 1 Year Clinical - Mental Health Preferred