Mental Health Associate - FT, Evenings - Long Branch, NJ

Job Overview:

As a Mental Health Associate, you will function as a care partner with the Registered Nurse to provide nursing care to a diagnostically/developmentally specific patient population. Under the Registered Nurse's supervision, the MHA will provide therapeutic interventions and treatments. The MHA may be responsible for unit support activities and clerical/administrative functions as directed.

Qualifications:

Required:

• BA/BS degree in a psychology related field
• Or 5 years of related experience in a psychiatric service setting
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association
• Must successfully complete Monmouth Medical Center clinical training orientation
• Annual BEST certification

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a psychiatric service setting

Scheduling Requirements:

• Evening Shift
• Full-Time
• 36 hours per week
• weekend/holiday requirements

Essential Functions:

• Assist with procedures, examinations and consults etc., under the supervision of the RN
• Assist with admissions, discharge and/or transfer procedures
• Collecting specimens (urine, blood, throat cultures, etc.)
• Maintains ongoing observation of patients throughout the shift and reports change to the licensed staff member responsible
• Obtaining patient vital signs, weights and I&Os
• Patient intake (demographics and history)
• Performs nursing activities under the supervision of the RN
• Supervising/assisting patients with activities of daily living, encouraging appropriate behaviors
• Participates in treatment team and related care plan updates.
• Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer