Behavioral Health CNA

Behavioral Health CnaShifts Available: Nights (17% diff in pay)Employment Type: Full-timeHours: 12-hour shifts - 7:00pm to 7:00amLocation: St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MOWe are seeking a Behavioral Health CNA, also referred to as a Psychiatric Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Mental Health CNA. A Behavioral Health CNA or Mental Health CNA provides care for patients with mental health or behavioral challenges by assisting with daily activities, monitoring behaviors, and promoting a safe, supportive environment. They collaborate with the healthcare team to offer emotional support, identify changes in patient condition, and assist in de-escalating potentially critical situations.ResponsibilitiesAssist patients with daily activities: bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and ambulationMonitor and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nurses or doctors; observe for signs of agitation, self-harm, or aggressionHelp maintain a safe, structured environment, use de-escalation techniques to calm distressed or agitated patientsAccurately document behavior, interventions, and vital signs, communicate effectively with the care teamEncourage patients to participate in group activities or therapy sessions, offer emotional support and help build trust with patientsHelp with cleaning and maintaining patient rooms, ensure equipment and supplies are stockedQualificationsCurrent Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, requiredCurrent BLS upon hire and maintain currentPossesses knowledge of Medical TerminologyMinimum six months' previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferredHere are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:Health, dental, and vision insurance optionsPaid vacation, sick time and holidaysBereavement leave, FMLA and other leave optionsEmployer 401K optionsTuition reimbursement optionsLife, disability, and other insurance optionsMany other amazing benefitsEmployment StatusFull TimeShiftNightsEqual Employment OpportunityCompany is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: