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apartment Denver Health location_onKettering, OH

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Integrated Medical and Psychiatric Care Unit (IMAP)

We are recruiting for a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Integrated Medical and Psychiatric Care Unit (IMAP) to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department 5A EAST Integrated Med and Psych Care The IMAP unit at Denver Health is a specialized 12-bed medical/surgical and psychiatric unit that provides high-quality, integrated care to adult patients with complex medical conditions and co-occurring mental health needs. This unit is uniquely designed for individuals whose behavioral health challenges, combined with acute or chronic medical diagnoses, make them difficult to place in traditional psychiatric or medical settings. Patients on the IMAP unit may present with a wide range of medical concerns, including post-surgical recovery, cardiac abnormalities, sepsis, wound care, or other acute conditions—while also experiencing psychiatric diagnoses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression. The unit's structure allows for close medical monitoring while simultaneously addressing behavioral health needs through a multidisciplinary team approach. With a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 / 1:5 and a CNA ratio of 1:6, the unit is staffed to support safe, effective, and compassionate care. The team on 5A delivers respectful, patient-centered care to individuals with complex access and care needs, and works collaboratively with internal medicine, psychiatry, and social work to ensure holistic treatment. IMAP offers exceptional learning opportunities for nurses and certified nursing assistants seeking to grow their skills in both medical and psychiatric care. Staff gain experience in managing medically complex patients with behavioral needs, utilizing therapeutic communication, de-escalation strategies, and trauma-informed care. Job Summary Under close supervision, assists professional nursing and care providers in providing care to all patients with respect for their uniqueness. Collaborates with the RN and healthcare team. Assists with basic patient care and activities of daily living. Maintains unit specific documentation as required. Orders, maintains and utilizes supplies for the assigned unit. Essential Functions : Provides a safe environment for all patents. Assuring proper patient positions and patient care throughout the patient’s stay. (10%) Assists the RN/LPN in carrying out the established plan of care for assigned patients. (10%) Practices sound safety and infection control practices according to hospital policy and procedures (10%) Obtains vital signs and differentiates normal from abnormal findings. Reports abnormal values or conditions to the RN/LPN. (EX. Abnormal VS, bleeding, safety concerns, family issues.) (5%) Participates as a member of the patient care team by asking for additional tasks, or helping others when not busy. (5%) Accurately gathers information and performs data entry. (5%) Performs transportation responsibilities when requested; transporting patients from one area to another; delivering laboratory specimens, blood products, medications and other hospital/medical items to the requested departments as needed; and includes access to the pneumatic tube system to transport items, including blood products and medications, to and from the tube and the desired location. (5%) Documents Plan of Care making sure information is properly transcribed and complete (5%) In coordination with the RN/LPN, implements care based on prioritized patient needs (5%) Participates in a unique, outcome focused plan of care based on current nursing practice with measurable outcomes and goals for the patient/family (5%) Participates with the Coordination of care with multidisciplinary team (5%) Participates in the discharge planning process (5%) Assists the RN/LPN to identify realistic expected outcomes to facilitate the patient’s optimum level of health as well as the anticipated continuation of care. (5%) Performs chart audits to promote quality improvement. (5%) Promotes quality care based upon ongoing monitoring of patient/family response or changing condition inclusive of quality control of appropriate systems and equipment (5%) Reports response of patient/family or changing condition to the RN/LPN and helps to appropriately update the plan of care. (5%) Ensures practice and adheres to professional standards, statutes, regulation, hospital and departmental policies, and standards of care (5%) Education : No High School Diploma and/or No GED Required Work Experience : less than 1 year Required Licenses : CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required and BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Ensures all duties, responsibilities and competencies are conducted in a manner that is effective and appropriate to patients/clients to who care/service is being provided. Demonstrates knowledge and applicability of the principles of growth and development over the life span, as well as demonstrating the ability to assess data reflecting the patient’s status and interpreting appropriate cultural information of the patient(s) to whom care/ services is being delivered/provided. Employee has completed and met their clinical competency standards Ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Skilled in maintaining effective working relationship with patients, employees, and the public. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations Ability to interpret adapt and apply guidelines and procedures Ability to communicate clearly. Microsoft Office Suite required. EPIC documentation preferred. Shift Days (United States of America) Work Type Regular (0.9 FTE) Salary $20.00 - $25.65 / hr Benefits Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer Our Values Respect Belonging Accountability Transparency All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.

apartment McLaren Health Care location_onMount Pleasant, MI

Nurse Assistant - Geriatric Psychiatry

Department: Geri Psych Daily Work Times: 7a-730p Shift : Days Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours: 72 Benefits: 403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Position Summary: Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, contributes to the delivery of patient-centered care through: Performance of selected day-to-day patient care activities.Maintenance of an environment that is functionally and aesthetically conducive to patient well-being.Demonstrates unit/area-designated competencies.Interacts with patients considering their developmental, age-specific, and cultural spiritual preferences. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Always introduce self and explains care role. Receives report from appropriate RN.Performs specific patient care interventions as delegated by the RN in an effort to identify/attain treatment goals. Assists in establishing and maintains a patient care environment that is clean, safe, and conducive to patient/family well being. Prepare patient room for arrival, assists in transfers and or discharge of patients. Orients patient/family/visitors to patient room, unit, waiting area and facilities. Assists patient/family in the use of facility equipment (telephone, lights, television). Makes occupied and unoccupied beds and collects and disposes of soiled linen. Answers call lights and telephones.Exemplifies the highest levels of customer service standards when performing these tasks. Performs safety checks and observes hospital safety guidelines, documents as required. Perform competency routine oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry. Follows and adheres to all policies and procedures including infection control (use of body substance isolation and use of personal protective equipment when in contact with body fluids and other isolation status as ordered). Assists patient with menu selection or assists patient care partner in doing so. Distributes nourishments and orders late trays. Assists patient and care partner with ADL’s including bathing, showering, toileting, feeding, positioning, turning, transferring, and ambulating. Records/calculates intake output observations, and care intervention in designated areas of the record or on appropriate forms. Performs all activities related to routine capillary blood glucose monitoring. Applies support/orthopedic devices such as TED hose and SCD’s. Participates in efforts to maintain and monitor patient safety through the appropriate application and use of safety devices and safety interventions as directed by the RN. Checks/restocks unit’s routine and emergency equipment/supplies. Collects/sends/takes labeled specimens to the lab. May discontinue peripheral intravenous lines as directed by RN Obtains routine vital signs and temperature and documents in appropriate area or the EMR (electronic medical record). Assists the patient with coughing, deep breathing, use of incentive spirometer, suctions patient orally. Applies warm/cold therapies (heating pads, ice packs, and warm soaks) as directed by RN. Administers enemas and documents in the appropriate area of the EMR as designated by the RN. Places patients on monitors/telemetry and maintains lead placement as directed by RN. Assist in preparing the body following death. Seeks out Registered Nurse for additional assignments. Documents patient care rendered. Answers phone and communicates messages. Seeks ongoing learning experiences by attending appropriate in-services, continuing education and mandatory programs.Participates in quality management and process improvement activities and staff meetings as delegated the RN, Clinical Manager and/or unit Director. Performs other related job duties as requested. Behavioral Expectations Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships.Approaches conflict in a constructive manner.Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participates in their resolution.Ability to communicate effectively within a team and interact with internal and external customers.Must maintain high level of confidentiality and ability to prioritize multiple tasks/activities.Must be able to problem solve related to performing job duties.Organizational skills required and ability to concentrate while being subjected to multiple interruptions and changing work priorities. Able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment under stress in an emergency situation. Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians and visitors. Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management. Interacts with patients and performs skills and tasks for patients in relation to their development age, maturity level, cultural and spiritual preference. Demonstrates cost effectiveness through prudent use of human and material resources. Participates in activities that facilitate efficient and effective patient family centered care operations. Required: High School Diploma or equivalent Formal education or training in a medical careers program OR enrollment in nursing school OR two or more years’ experience in a Patient Care Associate/Nurse Assistant role BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or Canadian equivalent, is required before start date and valid at least 60 days beyond start date Preferred: State Certified Nursing Assistant One year prior work experience in a patient care environment Previous Geriatric Psychiatric Experience Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans We are committed to encouraging and sustaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, age, religion, sex/pregnancy (including pregnancy/childbirth or pregnancy/childbirth-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status prohibited by applicable laws. We also make good faith efforts to recruit, hire, and promote qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Additional Information Schedule: Full-time Requisition ID: 25007353 Daily Work Times: 7a-730p Hours Per Pay Period: 72 On Call: No Weekends: Yes

apartment Ansible location_onMontrose, NY

Mental Health Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA, NA)

Overview Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting multiple Mental Health Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to support the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Hospital located at 2094 Albany Post Road, Montrose, NY 10548. Multiple shift schedules are available. If you accept employment with Ansible, you must also acknowledge that any assigned schedule is subject to change at the direction of either Ansible or its customers. Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own. Responsibilities Utilize observation skills for data collection, reporting and recording patient/resident observations. Reports patient observations to the RN and or other members of the treatment team. Organizes and obtains routine supplies and equipment. Safeguard the patient's right to privacy by judiciously protecting information of a confidential nature. Uses proper safety practices. Performs and documenting prescribed medical treatment and interventions for patients, such as diabetic urine testing and blood testing, simple dressing changes. Engage in-group activities such as off-station trips, reality orientation, current events and other therapeutic groups with direction and close supervision. Administers complete tracheostomy care, including suctioning. Removes defective equipment, reports hazards, observes safety regulations, contributes to infection control, and utilizes proper aseptic technique in performance of duties. Serves as the unit safe patient handling liaison. Orients members of the health care team to the units as appropriate. Manages distributed patient behavior and by appropriately intervenes and request assistant from other health care members. Appropriately initiates basic life support, takes actions appropriate action. Qualifications Licensed as a CNA Be trained and experienced in hospital nursing Has and maintains current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Has no health or physical disability restrictions that interfere with performance of assigned duties No Sponsorship available Position Pays: $21 - $26.09/hr All candidates must be able to: Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist Lift up to 20 lbs Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance Push/pull with 30 lbs of force All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

apartment State of Virginia location_onHarrisonburg, VA

Psychiatric Care Technician & CNA - Full Time

Title: Psychiatric Care Technician & CNA - Full Time State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III Hiring Range: $38,630 Commensurate with experience and/if you have nursing assistant certification Pay Band: 3 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Western State Hospital Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/ Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties Western State Hospital (WSH) is a state-of-the-art psychiatric facility that has been operating since 1828 under the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission-accredited hospital situated in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, just 30 minutes from major university towns. It is affiliated with the University of Virginia's Department of Psychiatric Medicine and serves as a training ground for professionals from various colleges and universities in nursing, social work, psychology, and activity therapy. Position Available: Psychiatric Care Technicians (PCTs) & CNAs WSH is currently seeking 1st/2nd shift Psychiatric Care Technicians (PCTs) and Certified Nursing Aides (CNA) to provide direct patient care in a safe and therapeutic environment for specific patient populations in our 24/7 psychiatric hospital. PCTs and CNAs will follow care and treatment policies and procedures while demonstrating knowledge of population-specific needs and competencies under the guidance of licensed nursing staff. The role involves delivering recovery-oriented care in a hospital setting while maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver quality care as part of an interdisciplinary team. • Monitor and document vital signs in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). • Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). • Provide one-on-one direct observations. • Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral situations. • Ability to administer CPR and perform TOVA approved physical interventions • Serve meals and maintain cleanliness in patient areas. • Ensure accountability within a safe and therapeutic environment. • Foster healthy interpersonal interactions in adult acute admissions, geriatric units, and extended rehabilitation service units. • Observe and report on interventions, treatments, behaviors, physical and emotional well-being, and other relevant situations. • Document and communicate observations effectively. • Employ specialized training to promote mental wellness recovery. • Escort patients to the learning center for various classes, external & internal medical appointments. Employment Details: Western State Hospital is looking for full-time classified Psychiatric Care Technicians and Certified Nursing Aides for 1st and 2nd shift. PCTs and CNAs will work (2) 12-hour shifts and (2) 8-hour shifts, or (5) 8-hour shifts per week. The successful candidate must work every other weekend, with holidays and overtime required as needed. Shift Differentials for PCTs and CNAs: • 1st shift weekends: $3.00/hr. • 2nd shift weekdays: $2.50/hr.; weekends/holidays: $3.00/hr. • 3rd shift weekdays: $2.25/hr.; weekends/holidays: $3.00/hr. Benefits of Working at Western State Hospital: • Career advancement opportunities • Professional Skills Incentive available • Flexible scheduling to maintain a work-life balance • Choice of 11 different insurance packages, including health, dental, and vision • Two retirement savings plans to help secure your financial future • 24/7 security on site • Shift and weekend differentials for select positions • Paid sick and personal time off • Loan repayment options for clinical positions • State employee discount program for various products and services, including movie tickets, special events, cell phone plans, Kings Dominion, and other entertainment and travel options • Tuition reimbursement available • Three weeks of dedicated paid training • Paid vacation time • Paid life insurance • Twelve paid holidays Minimum Qualifications • Ability to provide direct psychiatric patient care under the supervision of licensed staff. • Ability to effectively communicate with staff and psychiatric patients. • Ability to work in a secure and locked environment with individuals who are experiencing acute symptoms of mental illness and/or additional forensic/legal involvement. • Able to follow instructions and report observations/behaviors of psychiatric patients to licensed staff in a timely manner by describing observations verbally, in written, or electronically. • Demonstrate knowledge of recovery/trauma informed care. • Appropriately intervene in crisis or problem situations. • Has skills in providing direction and assistance to psychiatric patients in activities of daily living. • Willing to learn basic knowledge of developmental and psychiatric disorders along with human behavior, age-specific needs, and personality development. • Willing to learn basic treatment measures to promote mental health appropriate to the adult, developmentally disabled or impaired, and/or geriatric populations. • Vision and hearing adequate to recognize and respond to hazardous situation and ensure safety at facility. • Ability to work effectively with staff in a team approach. • Ability to perform infection prevention and control practices and appropriately apply standards in daily activities. • Ability to perform repetitious walking and/or standing, bending, lifting and reaching over to position/restrain/transfer/transport and/or escort individuals, and provide assistance with activities of daily living. • Ability to work overtime due to staffing emergencies in a 24-hour 7 day per week psychiatric hospital which at times may mean working a 16-hour shift if and when necessary • Complete all annual competency training to include TOVA III with physical restraints. • Complete and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers with the American Heart Association • Has basic computer skills. • If CNA, maintain certification in good standing with the Virginia State Board of Nursing Additional Considerations - Previous healthcare experience preferred - Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and/or previous psychiatric experience preferred - Demonstrated consistent work history preferred - Bi-lingual Spanish/English a plus - Veteran or Spouse of Veteran - Bilingual - Certified Nursing Assistant Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (540-332-8300) for assistance. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY. Western State Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. DBHDS Facilities are no longer required to ensure that all staff members are vaccinated for COVID-19. However, facilities encourage and educate on COVID - 19 vaccination programs to staff, residents, and clients. Employees may be required to disclose immunization status for purposes of infection prevention and/or management of outbreaks. Upon acceptance of a job offer, new recruits will be asked to disclose their vaccination status (and for those fully vaccinated, proof of vaccination) during the pre-employment process. If you have questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources. Contact Information Name: Elizabeth Weber Phone: 540-332-8056 Email: elizabeth.weber@dbhds.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.