AIDE - MH/BH Locked Acute Psych Adult Unit
UHS
Summary
Reporting to the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the certified nurse assistant/mental health worker will assist in the promotion, maintenance and restoration of health of patients assigned to his/her care.
Job description
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the certified nurse assistant/mental health worker will assist in the promotion, maintenance and restoration of health of patients assigned to his/her care.
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Promote wellness and health education
- Clearly document patient activities
Qualifications
Essential Knowledge / Skills
- Knowledge of Patient Rights
- Knowledge of physiological changes that occur with patients age 55 plus
Minimum Essential Experience
Six months recent hospital (med/surg and/or psych) experience required.
Minimum Essential Education
Assaultive Behavior Management training required within 90 days from date of hire.
Required Licensure / Certifications
- Current California Certified Nurse Assistant Certificate preferred
- Current BLS (CPR) Certificate required
Requirements
- Six months recent hospital (med/surg and/or psych) experience required
- Current BLS (CPR) Certificate required
- Assaultive Behavior Management training required within 90 days from date of hire
- Knowledge of Patient Rights
- Knowledge of physiological changes that occur with patients age 55 plus
- Current California Certified Nurse Assistant Certificate preferred
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Student Loan Refinancing
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.