University of Michigan Health-West
Behavioral Health Technician - Post-Surgical Unit * Nights - 24hrs/wk
University of Michigan Health-West, Wyoming, Michigan, United States, 49519
Behavioral Health Technician - Post-Surgical Unit - Nights - 24hrs/wk
Requisition #:
req9053 Shift:
Nights FTE status:
0.6 On-call:
No Weekends:
Yes General Summary: The Behavioral Health Technician assists the nursing staff by providing continual observation of the patient in order to maintain patient safety. Ensures safety of the patient, patient environment, and interacts appropriately with patients. Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the behavioral health technician assists nursing staff in providing basic nursing care to patients and assisting with activities of daily living. Requirements: High School diploma required. Ability to communicate appropriately to staff and patients. Knowledgeable of infection prevention including hand hygiene and standard precautions. Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for patient rights and confidentiality. Basic computer operation skills. Completion of behavioral health education/training within 90 days of hire. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Patient Safety:
Continuously observe patients and report behavior changes, problems or difficulties to nursing staff in a timely and effective manner. Monitor patient environment at all times to ensure safety. Intervene should a patient be in an at-risk situation for a fall. Activity and Comfort:
Assist with activity and provide for comfort, including making unoccupied beds and assisting nursing staff with turning and positioning patients. Hygiene:
Assist with hygiene activities, including washing patient’s hands and face and assisting nursing staff with giving patients complete baths. Nutrition:
Assist patients with nutrition and offer fluids as ordered to maintain hydration. Elimination:
Assist patients with elimination needs, including giving patients urinals and bedpans and notifying/documenting nursing staff of amounts. Equipment:
Use equipment and supplies safely and appropriately. Infection Prevention:
Function to prevent the spread of infection by adhering to universal/standard precautions. Documentation:
Document care given and behavioral changes as directed by RN. Communication:
Communicate effectively with the RN and maintain patient confidentiality. Orientation:
Successful completion of department-specific core competencies as defined in the Behavioral Health Technician Initial Competency Evaluation. Miscellaneous:
Talk with, read to, and reorient patients. Perform other tasks as delegated by the RN. Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment. Attend and participate in meetings and in-services related to job description.
Perform other duties as assigned, including maintaining knowledge of department processes and pursuing continuing education opportunities.
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req9053 Shift:
Nights FTE status:
0.6 On-call:
No Weekends:
Yes General Summary: The Behavioral Health Technician assists the nursing staff by providing continual observation of the patient in order to maintain patient safety. Ensures safety of the patient, patient environment, and interacts appropriately with patients. Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the behavioral health technician assists nursing staff in providing basic nursing care to patients and assisting with activities of daily living. Requirements: High School diploma required. Ability to communicate appropriately to staff and patients. Knowledgeable of infection prevention including hand hygiene and standard precautions. Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for patient rights and confidentiality. Basic computer operation skills. Completion of behavioral health education/training within 90 days of hire. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Patient Safety:
Continuously observe patients and report behavior changes, problems or difficulties to nursing staff in a timely and effective manner. Monitor patient environment at all times to ensure safety. Intervene should a patient be in an at-risk situation for a fall. Activity and Comfort:
Assist with activity and provide for comfort, including making unoccupied beds and assisting nursing staff with turning and positioning patients. Hygiene:
Assist with hygiene activities, including washing patient’s hands and face and assisting nursing staff with giving patients complete baths. Nutrition:
Assist patients with nutrition and offer fluids as ordered to maintain hydration. Elimination:
Assist patients with elimination needs, including giving patients urinals and bedpans and notifying/documenting nursing staff of amounts. Equipment:
Use equipment and supplies safely and appropriately. Infection Prevention:
Function to prevent the spread of infection by adhering to universal/standard precautions. Documentation:
Document care given and behavioral changes as directed by RN. Communication:
Communicate effectively with the RN and maintain patient confidentiality. Orientation:
Successful completion of department-specific core competencies as defined in the Behavioral Health Technician Initial Competency Evaluation. Miscellaneous:
Talk with, read to, and reorient patients. Perform other tasks as delegated by the RN. Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment. Attend and participate in meetings and in-services related to job description.
Perform other duties as assigned, including maintaining knowledge of department processes and pursuing continuing education opportunities.
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