Behavioral Health Tech PRN

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
  
  

Our Promise To You

Joining Texas Health Huguley - AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Huguley - AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Texas Health Huguley- operates as a joint venture between Texas Health Resources and AdventHealth.

Schedule: PRN

Shift: Varies

Location: 11801 South Fwy., Burleson, TX 76028

The Community You’ll Be Caring For

• Our care for patients extend to the spiritual level by praying with patients and families and providing on call, 24 hours, 7 days a week Chaplains for spiritual support.
• Award winning facility and departments including “Great Place to Work” by Becker’s Hospital Review and Gallup.
• Work with the latest technology and top experts including “Daisy Award” recipients while on our journey to Magnet status and Pathways designated.
• Designated Emergency Center of Excellence recognizing our facility as a high-performing emergency department
• Located about 10 minutes from downtown Fort Worth and near TCU in the award-winning school district, Burleson ISD which also provides a low-cost of living.
  
  

The Role You’ll Contribute

The Mental Health Technician performs specified patient care for a designated time frame, functioning under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act, to assist in providing quality care consistent with the philosophy, goals, policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and Hospital Administration. Serves as a member of the treatment team and assists in carrying out the therapeutic patient program.

The Value You’ll Bring To The Team

• Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member by performing specific patient care tasks as directed by the RN in charge.
• Assists with admission of patient by obtaining vital sign (TPR, BP and weight) and recording in admission data base within 30 minutes of patient's arrival to room.
• Checks luggage and belongings on admission or return from pass and initiates appropriate disposition of contraband keeping accurate record of personal belongings with no reported loss of valuables.
• Monitors and documents patient's food and fluid intake.
• Collects, prepares, labels and delivers specimens to lab according to policy.
• Escorts patients during admission, transfer, discharge, and outside activity.
• Participates in recreational and exercise groups on unit.
• Monitors patient's bathing, assisting if necessary
  
  

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Education And Experience Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• CPR certified
  
  

Education And Experience Preferred

• Some college preferred.
• Minimum 1 year in inpatient acute psychiatric setting preferred.
• NCPI trained (on job training, while in orientation status).
• Phlebotomy skills preferred.
  
  

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.