MH Psychiatric Nursing Asst I (SIGN-ON BONUS)
Company: Texas State Job Bank
Location: Harlingen
Posted on: July 30, 2022
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Job Description:
Job/Position DescriptionPsychiatric Nursing Asst. I- Now
offering up to $2,500.00 SIGN-ON BONUS!!Terms and conditions
apply.Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you
looking to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed
professionals? Then the Health and Specialty Care System (HSCS) may
be just the place for you! The HSCS is comprised of nine
psychiatric hospitals located throughout the state, and one youth
residential psychiatric center in Waco. The HSCS is a hub of
excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care,
with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. The
hospitals provide state-of-the-art treatment that is
recovery-oriented and science-based. Whether in a direct-care or
support role, your contribution will make a difference in the life
of a Texan. Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular basis
and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times,
even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in
accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as
assigned. Observes the patient at all times and reports to charge
nurse and records on the patientand#146;s medical record the
patientand#146;s progress, and any noted physical, emotional or
other mental changes or problems. Relates positively to patients in
a therapeutic manner. Able to establish interpersonal relationship
which foster recovery and treatment goal achievement, so that the
patientand#146;s treatment and recovery are supported and
successful. Assists with the patient treatment programs, patient
therapies and records these activities on the patientand#146;s
medical record. Able to account for assigned patientand#146;s
location. Identifies escalating behaviors, intervenes to protect
patients, others, or property. Works toward the common goal of
improving the lives of the individuals we serve, which includes
assisting with their routine self-help skills. Complies with
supervisory requests to work overtime as patient care need
indicates to ensure patient and staff safety and enhance overall
services provided by RGSC. Complies with all facility wide
Mandatory Training. Demonstrates performance of special treatment
procedures (1:1, Q 10-minute checks, restraint, body search, unit
search, request for discharge, passes, trail placement, elopement
risk, and special precautions) and other facility policies and
procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of safety and emergency
procedures and evacuation plans for unit. Complies with all
facility Continuous Quality Improvement programs (Joint Commission,
Medicare, ADA, etc.) supporting positive growth in operations which
are performed under applicable regulations. Performs a variety of
marginal duties not listed and to be determined and assigned as
needed, to maintain optimal patient care and facility operations.
Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively
participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the
agencyand#146;s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery
or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation
may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsMust possess
valid Texas driverand#146;s license or obtain it no later than 90
days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state
driverand#146;s license must provide an original certified driving
record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record
required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy. Completion of
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