Job Information
HCA Healthcare Mental Health Technician ED PRN in Kansas City, Missouri
Description
Introduction
Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Mental Health Technician PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Research Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
Benefits
Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Mental Health Technician PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
Job Summary and Qualifications
As a Mental Health Technician in the Emergency Department you will participates in high-quality, patient-centered care by providing continuous observation and monitoring for high risk patients. You will also provide administrative services to behavioral health patients on a designated unit in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Research Medical Center. You will participate in the multidisciplinary treatment team plan of care. You will work collaboratively with members of the health care team to maintain a safe environment and provides patient and family education. You will provide milieu management and oversight of potentially violent patients.
What you will do in this role:
Establishes a safe, risk-free patient environment by utilizing knowledge of self-harm prevention and de-escalation strategies. Performs room assessments regularly and after any visitations.
Monitors patient physical and emotional condition. Reports any status changes promptly and works with the nursing team to deliver prompt care plan objectives.
Demonstrates knowledge and respect of patient rights to privacy and protection of patient confidentiality.
Promotes consistent, positive patient interactions that include updates on patient status and expectations.
Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including active listening. Ensures patients, physicians, and colleagues clearly understand all communications.
Performs regular patient care assessments such as vitals monitoring.
Obtains laboratory testing samples, including urine and blood draws.
Assists in maintaining patient and staff safety by working within a collaborative team to restrict violent behavior, including assisting in using physical and chemical restraints.
Performs unit administrative functions, including stocking equipment/consumables and basic room cleaning duties.
Participates in the hospital or departmental performance improvement activities and seeks opportunities to improve department and inter-department processes.
What Qualifications You Will Need:
High School Graduate or GED required. An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Prefer one year of psychiatric experience.
Medical Terminology and clerical background preferred.
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of the employment start date
Research Medical Center (https://researchmedicalcenter.com) is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes women's services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas
Research Psychiatric Center (https://researchpsychiatriccenter.com) is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Mental Health Safety Coordinator PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.