Certified Nursing Assistant - Full-Time (3pm-11pm)

Overview

Join Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee, a leading provider of behavioral health services. We are actively seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to enhance our team of dedicated professionals. Renowned for offering a comprehensive continuum of care for adults and seniors, Ascension Saint Thomas strives to deliver empathetic, individualized treatment solutions. If you are passionate about contributing to a top-tier behavioral health facility and making a difference in the lives of those experiencing mental health challenges, we welcome you to apply.

 

We are currently hiring Full-Time for

• Evenings: 3p-11:30p *Weekend rotations required*

Ascension St. Thomas Behavioral Health provides a comprehensive benefits package for our Direct Care Staff. Current benefits include:

• Sign-On Bonus Up To $2,500 for Full-Time Evening-Shift
• Competitive Pay: Receive a competitive hourly rate plus a shift differential.
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policies to support work-life balance.
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts across a wide range of products and services through our Employee Discount Program.
• Support in Times of Need: Access to our Employee Disaster Assistance Program for unforeseen circumstances.
• Retirement Planning: Participate in the Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with robust investment options.
• Professional Development: Benefit from an excellent training program to enhance your skills.
• Career Advancement: Experience professional growth opportunities unparalleled in the industry, within a national network of hospitals and facilities.

Purpose Statement:

Provide care for patients in accordance of the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. Demonstrates a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers always.  When patient needs are not met, acknowledges and works to resolve complaints.  Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Ensure the well being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment, under direction of charge nurse or supervisor.

· Patient safety is addressed through

· Complete patient observation rounds timely. Observation may be assigned every 15 minutes, within reach of patient and/or 1:1 patient care.

· Ensure patient rooms are clean and uncluttered.

· Assist with transferring, lifting, raising or turning patients.

· Obtain patient’s vital signs, height and weight as assigned and ensure accurate documentation.

· Identify self to patient and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly.

· Engage with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.

· Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress.

· Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patient’s emotions, behavior and participation in treatment and assist with seclusion and restraints when necessary.

· Monitor behavioral improvements and reinforce these behaviors. Report changes and responses to treatment by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately.

· Reinforce skills patients learn from nurses, physicians and therapist that promote improved physical and mental wellness.

· Insure comfort, dignity, privacy and perform related CNA duties such as feed, bath, dress, groom, move patients or change linens.

· Provide transfer or transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member, as required.

· Adherence to work schedule and overall attendance.

· Follow established policies, procedures and standards for patient care.

· Clean unit as assigned by professional staff, including equipment such as, beds, IV poles and wheelchairs.

· Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient medical record.

· Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat and rehabilitate.

· Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

· Communicate clearly and effectively to patients, family members, guests and other members of the health care team.

 

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

· Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.