What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psych Tech PRN position at Suburban Hospital?
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Casual On-Call, Day shift, 7am-7:30pm
Suburban Hospital is a 228-bed, not-for-profit, community-based hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. Suburban Hospital is a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine and has served Montgomery County and the surrounding area for more than 65 years. The designated trauma center for Montgomery County, Suburban Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and has earned ANCC Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence. At Suburban Hospital, our greatest passion is our staff members' commitment to delivering the best patient- and family-centered care possible.
What Awaits You?
- Career growth and development
- Tuition assistance
- Free onsite parking
- Diverse and collaborative working environment
- Affordable and comprehensive benefits package - Suburban Benefits
Learn more about what is like to work at Suburban here: Suburban Hospital - A Special Place to Work
Position Summary
Observe, monitor, and report the overt physical condition and behavior of assigned patients(s) or level of comfort and/or discomfort, vital signs within established parameters, and/or skin integrity. Documents observations and findings in accordance with established standards and reports results to nurse, as appropriate and in a timely manner
Participates in patient activities and interacts with patient’s behaviors following therapeutic program guidelines. Leads/co-leads expressive groups
Takes, records and reports patient’s vital signs which include blood pressure, temperature, respiration and pulse on a scheduled basis, weighs patient and records
data.
Provides personal assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and transferring. Changes linens. Assists with feedings and ambulating. Monitors intake and output.
Performs delegated nursing treatments and procedures such as enemas and female/male catheterization and simple dressing changes. Does not apply or change sterile dressings.
Coaching patient to bathe, dress, eat and drink.
Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent; AA degree or above preferred especially in psychology, sociology or counseling
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Current Maryland CNA licensure is required
CPR certification
Experience Requirements
- Prior experience in mental health and/or substance abuse is preferred
Salary Range: Minimum 21.00 per hour - Maximum 21.00 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
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Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
