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80764BRJob Posting Title:Behavioral Health Tech - Inpatient Float - per diemDepartment:Patient Services-NursingAutoReqId:80764BRStatus:Part-TimeStandard Hours per Week:1 Job Posting Category:Nursing, Nursing SupportJob Posting Description: Position Summary

We’re looking for a Behavioral Health Tech to join our Central Staffing Office/Float pool to provide basic 1:1 patient observation/care to patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse, across all of our inpatient units.

Key Responsibilities

+ Provides one-on-one support, as needed, to patients with a variety of behavioral health needs.

+ Closely monitors and maintains the safety of patients. Observe behaviors and conditions in accordance with established procedures and protocols.

+ In conjunction with Registered Nurse, conducts environmental checks and helps identify risk factors.

+ Aids with the implementation of safety measures, such as physical restraints, observation levels, and suicide watches, as warranted.

+ Responds to and assists with de-escalating acute behavioral episodes in a therapeutic and supportive manner. Attempts to understand the source of distress.

+ Under the direction of Registered Nurse and medical staff, prevents elopement and calls for support/assistance when necessary to assist in preventing elopement.

+ Identifies patient behaviors that could lead to behavioral escalation and utilizes non-verbal and verbal techniques to de-escalate situations.

+ Actively monitors patients and the environment with particular attention to safety concerns.

+ May perform vital signs and assist with Activities of Daily Living as directed by the Registered Nurse.

+ Completes patient care documentation and administrative duties

+ Under the direction of Registered Nurse, may assist practitioners performing medical procedures

+ Working a minimum of 4 shifts in a 6 week schedule period; including 2 off shifts and 2 weekend shifts.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

+ A HS Diploma or equivalent. Associate’s degree preferred.

Experience:

+ BLS (Basic Life Support) within three months of hire

+ Welle De-escalation training within six months of hire

+ Six months of practical experience in a behavioral health or educational setting preferred

Office/Site Location:BostonRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Per Diem Remote Eligibility :Onsite Only