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Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker, Part-Time, 12 Hour PM, AFSCME
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- Job Description Location: UCMC- 6 RidgewayDepartment: PsychiatryHours: Part-Time, 24 Hours/WeekShift: 12 Hour PM Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker, Part-Time, 12 Hour PM Shifts, Psychiatry- 6 Ridgeway UC Health is hiring a part-time Psychologist Therapeutic Program Worker for the Psychiatry department for the 12 hour PM shifts at University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
- The Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker will support the University of Cincinnati Medical Center's Emergency Mental Health Services department and Greater Cincinnati's only Level I Trauma Center, delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs.
- The major focus will be on the Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW), in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, is responsible for maintaining a therapeutic milieu and a safe environment for all psychiatric patients on the unit.
- These assignments may include but are not limited to: NIPPAS for vital signs and daily weights, phlebotomy, EKG, finger sticks, assistance with feedings, personal hygiene/grooming, ADL's, collecting meal trays and returning to dietary, clean dining area, provide clean linen and dispose of soiled linen, and assist with inventory control and distribution of supplies and equipment in the clinical areas and hallways.
- Participate, organize and direct social and therapeutic leisure time activities, i.e., Bingo, card playing, chess and activities in the Recreation Room. Observe individual behaviors and group interactions and report any major change in patient's behavior and/or medical condition to the RN. Initiate basic psychiatric interventions and provide appropriate redirection as needed.
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