Mental Health MonitorSitter (MHMS)

Star Nursing has an Urgent Need for a Mental Health Monitor/Sitter (MHM/S) Maricopa County AZ

Facility: Maricopa County Correctional Health Services
Location: Phoenix AZ
Shifts: 3 x 12-hour shifts weekly
Commitment: Minimum 13 Weeks
Opening: 1 Day Shift Position

Pay Rates: $18/hr.

Service Description: Monitors patients on suicide watch in therapeutic restraints or otherwise at risk of self-harm or danger to others. Performs visual or video monitoring of patients and reports findings and observations to the licensed nurse. Completes and processes all required documentation in a legible timely and accurate manner. Reports and documents changes in the patient chart regarding patient activity. Follows the direction of the medical personnel in charge of the respective unit.

Responsibilities and Duties

Perform continuous visual or video monitoring of assigned patients
Observe and report changes in patient behavior or condition immediately
Document patient activity accurately and timely
Communicate findings clearly to licensed nursing staff
Follow unit direction from medical personnel
Maintain vigilance within a secure correctional environment
Maintain professional boundaries at all times

Supporting Documentation and Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Experience viewing multiple monitors and observing patients
Minimum six months of clerical or support experience in a medical setting
Ability to clearly document and communicate observations

Maricopa County Mandatory Compliance Requirements

Step #1 Security and Background Clearance

Complete MCSO Application for Courtesy Identification
Sign PREA Acknowledgement (Zero Tolerance Policy)
Submit to Criminal History and Warrants Check
Complete Fingerprinting appointment with Maricopa County Sheriff s Office
Must be at least 18 years of age
No sexually related offenses
Minimum one year since completion of probation parole or incarceration
No driver s license suspension within the past year
Must disclose if a known person is incarcerated within the jail system

Step #2 Health and Immunization Requirements

Current TB test (Skin test QuantiFERON T-Spot or Chest X-Ray)
Hepatitis B vaccination series titer or signed declination
MMR vaccination documentation or titer
Varicella vaccination documentation titer or attestation of past infection
American Heart Association BLS/CPR (In-Person)

Step #3 Physical and Workplace Requirements

Ability to perform CPR chest compressions
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
Ability to push equipment and climb stairs
Commitment to four shifts per 28-day cycle
Signed Drug-Free Workplace Attestation
Signed Physical Performance Attestation

Step #4 Additional Requirements

Compliance with jail dress code and prohibited item policy
No personal cell phones or smart devices allowed in secure areas
Badge must be worn at all times once issued
ASRS Retirement disclosure if applicable
All onboarding documentation must be submitted at least 10 working days prior to start date

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to commit to a 13-week assignment within a correctional health setting please forward your current resume immediately. One of our healthcare recruiters will review your resume and contact you with the next steps.