Description
Responsibilities:
- Assists and shows good judgment in analyzing problems and taking appropriate action in both routine and emergency situations.
- Communicates effectively and appropriately.
- Uses good judgment as to what to communicate to whom as well as the best way to get that accomplished.
- Speaks in a clear and credible manner, selecting the right tone for the situation and audience. Listens to others and allows them to make their point.
- Demonstrates the essential skills related to the use of all equipment connected to job responsibilities.
- Displays an appropriate level of concern for various safety factors when using equipment.
- Operates highly complex equipment in a highly efficient manner to ensure high-quality results.
- Maintains equipment for properly by cleaning daily and noting any system problems to alert department manager .
- Handles sensitive or difficult issues with diplomacy and confidence.
- Remains clearheaded and focused and inspires others to do the same.
- Remains objective in the face of strong emotions.
- Can acknowledge strong emotions without being unduly influenced by their intensity.
- Practices within scope of licensure, certification, and/or job description. Takes personal responsibility for patient care and safety.
- Complies with National Patient Safety Goals and other regulatory standards.
- Includes safety assessments and planning for all activities and services being provided.
- Speaks up, and encourages patients and family members to do likewise, if safety is a concern.
- Promptly reports safety risks and takes appropriate action to reduce these risks.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- BLS-Basic Life Support Certification required, but will provide training if necessary.
- Previous experience working with behavioral health patients is preferred.
- Aggression management, physical comfort and monitoring safety
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
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