A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
Job Requirements A Day in the Life of a Behavioral Health Technician Behavioral Health Technicians provide basic patient care for Cheyenne Regional's inpatient Behavioral Health Unit. This position collaborates with clinical staff to ensure patient and family safety and support while maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory rules. Why Work at Cheyenne Regional? Employer Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans 403(b) and 457(b) retirement options with 4% employer match Life Insurance Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Employer Sponsored Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program ANCC Magnet Hospital 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure) Tuition Reimbursement Program Dedicated Loan Forgiveness Advisory Service Here is
What You Will Be Doing:
Obtains vital signs necessary for RN patient assessment and care plan evaluation. Implements patient interventions as delegated by the RN. Provides direct patient care, including but not limited to, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and walking patients. Performs adult bedside blood glucose monitoring when appropriate and provides oxygen delivery as needed. Transports patients and equipment as needed within the facility. Monitors patient activities and condition via direct observation or unit camera, documents patient care and condition and reports any variances to the RN, collaborating to address needs of physicians, coworkers, management, and other departments. May provide 1:1 observation for patient safety as assigned. Answers and relays patient calls, departmental communications, clerical tasks, data entry, reporting, and ordering supplies and other unit support as needed. Performs electrocardiogram testing (EKG), wound cleansing and bandaging, specimen collection, and point of care testing within scope of training and legal and regulatory standards. Responds to traumas and codes to assist with de-escalation, restraint placement, and performing compressions, ensuring patient and staff safety. Changes bed linens and cleans and stocks supplies for patient rooms and department as necessary. Participates in shift report to receive hand-off information from primary nursing staff, including reason(s) for requiring additional observation, appropriate interventions, ADLs for the shift, and any other pertinent information relevant to the care of the patient.
Desired Skills:
Knowledge of medical terminology Ability to work independently under the direction of the RN with sound judgment and attention to detail Verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to collaborate with others Ability to interact respectfully with diverse cultural and socio-economic populations Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Knowledge of mental health population and care practices Here is
What You Need:
14
Days:
Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within fourteen (14) calendar days of start date 90 Days (one of the following must be obtained within ninety (90) days of start date): Current Wyoming Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license from Wyoming State Board of Nursing Current Wyoming Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification from the Wyoming Office of Emergency Services Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) 90
Days:
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification/training within ninety (90) days of start date Nice to
Have:
Experience working in a mental health facility
About Cheyenne Regional:
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of I ntegrity, Cari n g, Compa s sion, Res p ect, Serv i ce, Teamwo r k and E xcellence to great health. Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and
I.N.S.P.I.R.E.
(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!
