Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Nights

Description: The Mental Health Worker aids professional and technical nursing personnel primarily by accomplishing a variety of duties and procedures which are directly related to the care of behavioral impaired or emotionally disturbed patients. Primary duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, ensuring the safety of the patient, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. Assists with stocking unit supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and assisting with other related duties as assigned. Responsibilities: Accurately measures and records patient weights and vital signs. Recognizes and reports changes in the patient's condition, takes appropriate action and accurately documents all activities as required. Receives and accurately inventories and secures patient belongings as appropriate.Assists patient with hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures and other Activities of Daily Living (ADL), in consideration of patient age, gender, culture and stated preferences, maintaining patient privacy and respect at all times. Listens and provides emotional support and encouragement for behavioral patients. Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean and safe environment. Ensures Infection Control procedures and HIPAA compliance.Assists with patient care activities as directed by licensed nurse, including specimen collection/transport, turning & positioning, and patient transportation.Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes a proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities. Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision making. Qualifications: Southern Cali Hospital Van NuysRequired Qualifications:High School Diploma or EquivalentDemonstrated prior patient care experience, in-service training or formal trainingAHA Basic Life SupportUnderstanding of basic medical terminologyMust be able to read, write and communicate effectively in EnglishMust demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the jobDe-escalation certification upon start date; Upon recertification, SAMA Certification requiredHospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)Preferred Qualifications:Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and familiesCertification as a Nurse Assistant (CNA) in the state of CASAMA Certification upon hirePay Rate: Min - $20.22 | Max - $26.66 Same Posting Description for Internal and External CandidatesClick Here for Pay Information -