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Jamaica Plain, MA - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 18 - 28

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Site: Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital Inc.


Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.


Per Diem: 16 shifts in 6 months. At least 1-2 weekend shifts a month. 8 hour shifts minimum. Weekend and Holiday requirements.


Job Summary

Summary
The Mental Health worker is a member of the multidisciplinary team who under the supervision of a Registered Nurse performs a variety of duties on the milieu that include direct patient care patient monitoring coordination of and execution of milieu groups and monitoring the tone and activity of the unit to ensure a safe environment. Maintains current education for and is expected to provide for the ADLs of adult and geriatric patients. Utilizes de-escalation strategies to assist patients with self-regulation within the mission of reduction of restraint/reduction on a DMH Licensed unit. The Mental Health Worker will also ensure the practice of the Patient and Family Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice. Does this position require Patient Care Yes

Essential Functions
-PROVISION OF A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Follows unit maintenance and safety checks procedures at all times. Demonstrates accurate documentation of safety checks.
Demonstrates proper management of sharps according to policy.
Demonstrates understanding and management of patient privilege system.
Able to recognize warning signs indicative of an increase in potential for violence against self or others.
Prevents the use of restraint and seclusion by strategically intervening and ef fectively deescalating potentially violent situations.
Understands the mission of restraint/seclusion reduction and maintains annual behavior management certification.
Recognizes changes in patient behaviors and communicates them to the Clinical Leader/Charge Nurse.
Demonstrates proper use of limit setting and behavioral intervention strategies.
Anticipates and identif ies safety risks and takes action by evaluating products devices and safety procedures.
Trained to participate in the restraint/seclusion of patients when all other less restrictive measures have failed.
Monitors patients in restraints seclusion and/or provides constant observation according to policy.
Manages and negotiates safe entry to and exit of persons f rom the locked unit.
Demonstrates appropriate hand hygiene and follows infection control procedures.
Demonstrates understanding of and utilizes appropriate therapeutic boundaries with patients families and co-workers.
Maintains CPR certif ication.

-PATIENT CARE
Accurately takes and records patient vital signs (TPB/PR O2 sat) and weights. Notif ies RN of abnormal f indings.
Notifies RN of any deterioration of the patients physical status (per RRT and stroke criteria).
Collects and accurately labels specimens using 2 patient identif iers.
Performs blood glucose monitoring and notif ies RN of abnormal f indings.
Assists patients as needed with all necessary aspects of ADLs (bathing laundry organizing room maintenance of nutritional/hydration needs assistance with and monitoring of elimination needs).
Assists patients with managing/organizing their time on the milieu.
Assists in the admission process by performing a complete and accurate search of patient belongings. Labels and stores belongings according to unit policy.
Maintains patients personal belongings that are located in the sharps closet.
Participates in the unit based group treatment program.
Follows milieu care plans.
Plans and engages patients through unit activities as coordinated with the charge nurse.
Coordinates with the primary nurse and/or assigned nurse about patient care throughout the patient care assignment.
Utilizes appropriate equipment f or the management of patients with physical disabilities (wheelchairs geri-chairs side rails handicapped shower facilities physical lif ts).
Identif ies the unique needs and implements appropriate interventions for age specific populations.

-COLLABORATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY CARE
Collaborates with other health care team members to provide interdisciplinary patient care by attending assigned team meetings.
Shares observations of patient behavior information with interdisciplinary team members.
Attends Teaching or Special Case conferences involving their patient(s).
Acts as a patient advocate within the interdisciplinary team.

-MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION
Documents patient observation in the medical record. RN co-signs patient care notes.
Documents group notes on group forms.
Demonstrates competency in and utilizes Outlook email PeopleSof t Faulkner 411 or other databases as needed to procure information.

-ORGANIZATIONAL ETHICS
Maintains and promotes an atmosphere which ref lects the mission and values of the organization including adherence to all C.A.R.E. Standards.
Maintains standards of conf idential patient care.
Demonstrates sensitivity to cultural practices and needs by coordinating communication visitation and interpreter services as needed.

-MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES
Assists in the procurement and provision of equipment and supplies as required by patients (toiletries basic supplies food and beverages).
Assists the unit by limiting use of overtime to emergencies and ensuring proper approval of overtime as indicated.

-PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION
Participates in ef forts to problem solve and respond to psychosocial needs of patients and families.
Provides information on helpful resources to patient family and other contacts as indicated.
Responds to patient family or other contacts professionally and empathically.

-COMPETENCY
Completes annual competencies (hospital wide and unit based).
Utilizes resources to meet education needs.
Seeks ongoing supervision for professional development.

-QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Understands principles of SEAQ/QI and customer service approach by involving oneself in unit QI activities.
Identif ies and communicates quality issues to Nursing Director/Clinical Leader/Charge Nurse.

-CONTINUUM OF CARE
Interacts and works with other departments to provide interdisciplinary patient care i.e. Dietary SPD and Housekeeping.
Facilitates patient information across departments systems and other facilities.



Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Bachelors Degree Psychology required or Bachelors Degree Mental Health required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
Yes

Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support BLS - Generic - HR Only required

Experience
2 years of inpatient psychiatric experience preferred Previous group experience preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Two years inpatient MHW experience will be considered in lieu of bachelors degree.
- Computer proficiency.















Additional Job Details (if applicable)



Remote Type

Onsite



Work Location

1153 Centre Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours

0



Employee Type

Per Diem



Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)



Pay Range

$18.99 - $28.21/Hourly



Grade

SF1135



At Mass General Brigham we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and any offer extended will take into account your skills relevant experience if applicable education certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation addition to competitive base pay we offer comprehensive benefits career advancement opportunities differentials premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.



EEO Statement:

Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed national origin sex age gender identity disability sexual orientation military service genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .



Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Employment Type

Part-Time

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