What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health CNA (Days) position at Saint John Hospital?
| Location | US-KS-Leavenworth | ID | 2025-203895 | Category | Aide | Position Type | Full Time | Shift | Days | Job Type | Non-Exempt |
We are seeking a Behavioral Health CNA (Days), also referred to as a Psychiatric Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Mental Health CNA at St John Hospital a member of Prime Healthcare in Leavenworth, KS. A Behavioral Health CNA or Mental Health CNA provides care for patients with mental health or behavioral challenges by assisting with daily activities, monitoring behaviors, and promoting a safe, supportive environment. They collaborate with the healthcare team to offer emotional support, identify changes in patient condition, and assist in de-escalating potentially critical situations.
Bonus: Up to $1,000 (Paid out as stipends every 90 days)
Shift's Available: Days (12hr or 8hr options)
Employment Type: Full-time
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
- Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
- Employer 401K options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other amazing benefits
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
- Assist patients with daily activities: bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and ambulation
- Monitor and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nurses or doctors; observe for signs of agitation, self-harm, or aggression
- Help maintain a safe, structured environment, use de-escalation techniques to calm distressed or agitated patients
- Accurately document behavior, interventions, and vital signs, communicate effectively with the care team
- Encourage patients to participate in group activities or therapy sessions, offer emotional support and help build trust with patients
- Help with cleaning and maintaining patient rooms, ensure equipment and supplies are stocked
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
- current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required
- current BLS upon hire and maintain current
Additional Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- possess knowledge of Medical Terminology
Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:
- minimum six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferred
Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources:
hr-prime@primehealthcare.com
