Description
Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York — plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations, including The Heart Center, a leading provider of cardiology care, and two urgent care offices. Non-acute care is offered through various affiliates, including the Thompson House for rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, and the Home Care organizations.
Summary:
The Mental Health Associate observes and provides patient care support under the supervision of the RN. Provides clerical support, as necessary, to assigned service.
Responsibilities:
1. Observes, interacts and provides direction for all patients assigned while under the supervision of an RN. Conveys the patient's objective behavior, level of functioning, & any problems or difficulties the patient is experiencing to RN.
2. Assists RN in implementing the plan of care for the patient.
3. Provides a safe and/or secure environment for the patient/community.
4. Completes all secretarial functions.
5. Participates in Performance Improvement activities.
6. Recognizes value of continued professional growth and development.
7. Assists in orienting new staff.
8. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other information:
Required: Experience with psychiatric/emotionally distressed or substance abuse population.
Minimum Experience: one year
Desired:
Location: Danbury-24 Hospital Ave
Work Type: Part-Time
Standard Hours: 32.00
FTE: 0.800000
Work Schedule: Evening 8
Work Shift: 3pm-1130pm w/ alternate weekends
Org Unit: 91
Department: Psych Unit
Exempt: No
Grade: U4
Salary Range:
16.32 - 31.05
Credentials:
Essential:
* AED Heart Saver Automated External Defibrillator
* Basic Life Support
* Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
Education:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Level Degree
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Some manual skills / motor coord & finger dexterity
* Some occupational risk
* Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
* Generally pleasant working conditions.
EOE, including disability/vets.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
