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PRIMARY PURPOSE Provides professional direct patient care and program services under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse to senior behavioral health patients in a manner consistent with the philosophy, standards, and objectives of Catholic Care Center and the Senior Behavioral Health Program. Works collaboratively with all members of the health care team to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment and provides compassionate person-centered care to patients consistent with role scope, current regulatory standards, and practice expectations. Demonstrates competency to provide age appropriate care to older adults and geriatric patients age generally 55 years and older. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES (The essential responsibilities and accountabilities of this position including interactions with other departments and outside vendors, if applicable, in PRIORITY order.) General Duties Demonstrates performance of tasks necessary to maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu and provide optimum patient care. Provides direct patient care and assistance as needed and as assigned to support patients with ADLS to include dressing, bathing, eating, feeding, and other tasks as needed to ensure quality care and management of the patient Leads and/or assists with program related activities and groups that reinforce daily goals, learned skills, and cognitive stimulation appropriate in line with role scope and training. Uses program de-escalation techniques that have been trained and support a trauma informed person-centered approach toward patients Performs patient rounds and safety checks and always maintains responsibility to remove and promptly report any safety issue immediately to nursing staff during their shift Performs and documents vital signs on patients as assigned Demonstrates appropriate use of patient care equipment necessary to perform role tasks Follows unit safety practices and procedures at all times to include continuous hand hygiene, appropriate use of PPE, appropriate use of patient assistive devices, falls prevention protocols, and unit contraband prevention. In addition- Participates in hospital educational programs as requested. Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned and required. Properly and accurately documents/charts observations and other data related to the clinical condition of the patient. Delivers age appropriate care for the patient population. RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE One or more years working in an acute behavioral health hospital program preferred Certification as a nurse assistant Basic computer knowledge (Word and Excel) and skills in rehabilitation-related systems or other electronic medical records systems is desirable. Basic knowledge of electronic medical record preferred Clinical Settings: BLS / CPR and other certification as determined by specialty and clinical setting Able to meet the physical requirements of the position EDUCATION\ Qualifications: Education High School Diploma Two years or more college preferred SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS CPI de-escalation program certification preferred Trauma informed care training preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Requirements: Walking, Standing, and/or Stooping for long periods. Mild to moderate physical labor to complete the tasks. Exposure to blood, chemicals, and other bodily fluids. Frequent moderate to heavy lifting of 50 lbs. or more consistently during the shift Other physical demands that coincide with the duties of direct patient care duties for older adults and individuals with physical and cognitive limitations and disabilities Safety- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with safety procedures, rules, and regulations. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-contr l policies and protocols. Follows hospital policy when disposing of biohazardous materials, labeling and handling of all materials. Confidentiality-Preserves and protects patient and client confidentiality in all situations and with all documentation. Note: can be exposed to unpredictable patient behaviors that can at times be violent consistent with an acute behavioral health care setting Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:\ Catholic Care Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. Associates and Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.\ \ Pay Non-Discrimination Notice: