Mental Health Technician - ER - Must have behavioral health experience

This is an emergency room that has 24 beds for general population and a seperate unit for Baker Acts Holds that we will transition to behavioral health facilities in the area. We need someone that has the experience and expertise that understands the current needs of the patients and has the knowledge to deescalate and promote well being while the patient is being assessed and processed for transfer. Must be able to document clearly and communicate verbally and concisely.

Performs general nursing care to patients in a manner that considers safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN).

Essential Functions

• Documents observations on assigned patientsin legible, accurate and appropriate format following hospital and unit procedures.
• Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members ofthe healthcare team.
• Assists with nursing education groups.
• Completes assignments of AM/PM care, vital signs, phlebotomy, total milieu supervision of patient care: assist members of the nursing team and/or other disciplines; assist with admissions and discharges as assigned.
• Demonstrates competency in unitspecific tasks and skill as defined by unitspecific competency list.
• Transports and deliversitems, equipment, and medications(excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs)throughout the facility.
• May have limited accessto areasstoring medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures

Education/Training
High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Must have 6 months as Mental Health Technician, Psychology Technician, Psychiatric Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Registered Behavioral Health Technician, Behavioral Health Specialist, Direct Support Personnel, Group Home Assistant/Paraprofessional, Correctional Officers, EMT’s, Paramedics, Medical Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, Home Health Aides, Patient Care Assistants, Certified Medical Assistants, Nursing Assistant and Crisis Intervention Specialist