Psychiatric Nursing Assistant

Christian Health • Full-time • Wyckoff, NJ, US • 1m ago

JOB SUMMARY

About Christian Health:We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are.

Why Join Our TeamAcross our four campuses, eleven communities, five service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Full-time, Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA) to join Ramapo Ridge. Under the direction of the RN, the Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA) performs the activities related to the implementation of nursing care plans and the nursing standards, policies and procedures. The PNA is responsible for contributing to the development, evaluation and reassessment of care plans through observing and reporting changes in patient behavior and physical status. The PNA is also responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the safe and therapeutic environment of the unit. The individual is competent to care for patients in the following age groups: adult (ages 19 - 64) and geriatric (ages 65 +). Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of the Christian Health Care Center.

Competencies:

Supervises or assists in after meal care (removing trays, encouraging patients in brushing teeth, washing up, etc.).
Serves food trays. Assists with feeding as indicated.
Assists patients in preparing for activity and social programs, as per unit program schedules.
Answers call bells promptly.
Changes bed linens.
Assists or supervises patients to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed.
Reports all changes in the patient's condition to the Charge/Staff Nurse as soon as practical.
Keeps floors dry. Reports spills immediately.
Maintains intake and output records as instructed.
Greets and escorts patient to his/her room.
Informs the Charge/Staff Nurse of equipment and supply needs.
Records all supplies and equipment utilized for appropriate procedures to Charge/Staff Nurse.
Assists in transporting patients to/from appointments, activities and social programs, etc. as necessary/assigned.
Maintains the confidentiality of all patient care information.

Schedule: Full-time, 11pm - 7am, Monday - Friday & Every other weekend required

Education: High School graduate or equivalent preferred.

Christian Health offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees that includes Health Insurance, a Dental Program, Paid Vacation and Holidays, 401k, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program and Direct Deposit.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrates compliance with the CH ASPIRE Standards of Performance.

Qualifications:

Prior experience in a health care facility.
Experience in a psychiatric facility preferred.
Must be able to document changes of emotional and physical status of patients on patient care flow sheets.
Must be able to communicate with physicians, nursing staff, visitors, patients, families, other departments, in accordance to the philosophy and the Service Excellence standards.

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply today on our website listed below.

https://christianhealthnj.org/careers

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