CNA-Psychiatric Hospital - #258054

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Brown County is looking to hire Nursing Assistants to

assist clients and residents with activities of daily living and be part

of maintaining a therapeutic environment. Several shift options

currently available such as every other weekend for AM, PM, and NOC

shifts. Pay rate: \$18.70, increasing to \$19.99 after 6-month initial

employment period Why choose Brown County? The Community Treatment

Center is a newer built facility with 3 separate units. Nicolet is a

16-bed, inpatient psychiatric hospital that provides care to those in a

situational or mental crisis. We are also proud to have an overall

5-star facility rating which also includes a 5-star staffing and a

5-star quality rating! We offer a \$2.00 and \$3.00 shift differential

for PM and Night shifts, as well as weekend incentive pay. For eligible

positions, we offer a generous benefits package that includes 8 paid

holidays per year, paid time off, great insurance coverage on the first

of the month following 30 days of employment as well as a participant in

the Wisconsin Retirement System. Brown County Community Treatment Center

offers exciting challenges, personal growth opportunities and a chance

to make a difference, all while preserving a strong work-life balance.

As an employee, you will have the opportunity to serve individuals and

families within your own community. Come and see all that Brown County

has to offer and apply today! Essential Duties Assists in creating a

therapeutic atmosphere conducive to the mental health of

clients/residents. In conjunction with the facilities department

maintains a clean, comfortable and safe environment for clients.

Provides client care to meet the physical needs of the client/resident;

also provides care relative to the emotional and psychosocial needs of

clients. Participates in the development of the client care plan and

implement provisions of the client/resident care plans. In conjunction

with the therapy department and nursing department provides activities

or simple food prep related to activities on the households as assigned.

Takes clients on community outings for recreational or educational

purposes. Observes client/resident and reports any change in client

behavior/condition to Registered Nurse/designee immediately and respond

to emergency and crisis situations. Maintains the confidential nature of

all client/resident and business information. Attends staff meetings,

attends in-service and outside agency training sessions if appropriate.

Completes and maintains necessary documentation according to applicable

requirements, codes and policies. In the CBRF assists with group

interactions, assist with admissions, scheduling, other clerical duties

as assigned and maintain a homelike environment. In the CBRF creates a

supportive environment with supervision and assistance to clients based

on individual needs in order to achieve maximum independent function and

resolve crisis, documenting fulfillment of crisis plans and client

progress. Performs related functions as assigned. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Current knowledge of procedures and

techniques in providing routine, non-professional nursing care to the

geriatric elderly, developmentally disabled, mentally ill, AODA client

or children and adolescents. Knowledge of CPI, Restraining Techniques

and Therapeutic Interventions. Knowledge of principles of documentation.

Knowledge of basic principles of active treatment. Knowledge of basic

principles of behavior modification and appropriate application of

behavior modification techniques. Ability to recognize and address the

physical, psychosocial, mental and emotional needs of the client.

Ability to carry out a nursing care plan and to follow oral and written

instructions, as directed by the Registered Nurse. Ability to organize,

plan, lead and participate in activities. Ability to deal with stress

associated with threatening of unpre ictable client behavior. Ability to

use all standard medical equipment (thermometer, blood pressure

apparatus, stethoscope, etc.) including proper use of mechanical lifts

and gait belt. Ability to establish and maintain effective therapeutic

relationships with clients/residents and family members. Ability to

establish and maintain effective public and working relationships with

other employees. Ability to communicate in a positive and effective

manner both orally and in writing. Ability to understand and carry out

policies and procedures governing client care. Ability to work the

required hours of the position. Ability to provide basic ROM and

ambulatory techniques with the clients/residents. Ability to complete

required training under DHS 83, DHS 34, and mental health crisis

training as required for working in the crisis stabilization unit.

\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty