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Behavioral Health CNA (PRN)

Saint John Hospital
Leavenworth, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2025
Behavioral Health CNA (PRN)
Facility St. John's Hospital
Location US-KS-Leavenworth ID 2025-203887 Category Aide Position Type Per Diem Shift Variable Job Type Non-Exempt
Overview

We are seeking a Behavioral Health CNA (PRN), 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. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed type of position.

Shift's Available: Variable options

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN)

Hours: Varied

Responsibilities

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
Qualifications

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:
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