Psychiatric Nursing Assistant

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Job duties include:

• Processing patients for admission by searching belongings for contraband, obtaining inpatient/outpatient records, preparing patient charts with proper forms, and assigning beds.
• Taking patient vital signs and documenting in EMR.
• Collecting information from personal interviews, medical records, medical personnel, and any other concerned person to obtain a thorough clinical history.
• Providing assistance, security, and patient comfort.
• Assisting in coordinating activities and encouraging participation by patients.
• Maintaining accountability of patients during outdoor activities, meals, and other activities.
• Escorting patients safely on and off the unit; knowing the patient management procedures for elopement risks.