Mental Health Associate - FT, Evenings - Long Branch, NJ Req #: 0000181585
Category: Behavioral and Mental Health
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Evening
Facility: Monmouth Medical Center
Department: Psych IP - STCF
Location: Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Job Overview:

As a Mental Health Associate, you will function as a care partner with the Registered Nurse to provide nursing care to a diagnostically/developmentally specific patient population. Under the Registered Nurse's supervision, the MHA will provide therapeutic interventions and treatments. The MHA may be responsible for unit support activities and clerical/administrative functions as directed.

Qualifications:

Required:

BA/BS degree in a psychology related fieldOr 5 years of related experience in a psychiatric service settingBLS Certification through American Heart AssociationMust successfully complete Monmouth Medical Center clinical training orientationAnnual BEST certification

Preferred:

Previous experience in a psychiatric service setting

Scheduling Requirements:

Evening ShiftFull-Time36 hours per weekweekend/holiday requirements

Essential Functions:

Assist with procedures, examinations and consults etc., under the supervision of the RNAssist with admissions, discharge and/or transfer proceduresCollecting specimens (urine, blood, throat cultures, etc.)Maintains ongoing observation of patients throughout the shift and reports change to the licensed staff member responsibleObtaining patient vital signs, weights and I&OsPatient intake (demographics and history)Performs nursing activities under the supervision of the RNSupervising/assisting patients with activities of daily living, encouraging appropriate behaviorsParticipates in treatment team and related care plan updates.Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service

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RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer