Job Description
Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.

Job Summary:
Provides direct behavioral support to patients at risk of harm to self or others, due to a mental illness, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and leadership. Maintains proper supervision of patients on line of sight, as a room sitter, or one-on-one. Identifies behavior and statements that require intervention by the psychiatric staff.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Experience in direct patient supervision: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Conflict Prevention Management and Resolution (CPMR) Certification, within 6 months of hire: Preferred

Essential Functions:

• Assists in therapeutic activities. Ensures that patients take their medications and documents progress in patient treatment plans.
• Monitors patient's physical and mental condition. Transports patients to activities or appointments.
• Documents requirements in accordance with established polices and procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
About Us
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 90 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.