CNApsych/bhu

Position:CNASpecialty:Psych/BHULocation:Brattleboro, VTStart:10/9/2023Duration:13 weeksShift Type:DaysShift Times:7:00 AM - 7:00 PMHours/Day:12Shift Notes:12 hour dayshifts float/36 hour guarantee/Must be willing to float to other units as needed/Must be willing to take charge shift as scheduledWeekend Requirements:Every other weekendPsych/Behavioral Health Experience - REQUIREDAt least 3 previous travel assignments (successfully completed) - REQUIREDCOVID vaccination and booster - please confirm if they are willing to obtain - REQUIREDWilling to float to other units including child/adolescents- REQUIRED Core CompetenciesDemonstrates the ability to take and record vital signs (Wts., BP, tprs, I&O) and as assigned.Interviews new and returning patients to determine general health status and outside providers and records in EHRDemonstrates knowledge of specimen collection, storage, and delivery criteria for toxicology testing.Obtains release of information documentation as required.Administers general health screening tools to new and existing patients.Meets the standards for documentation and communication to communicate necessary information about patients to treatment team. This includes Patient/Staff incident reports; Hazard/Near Miss reports completed within 24 hours of incident.Consistently addresses issues of self-disclosure according to program guidelines.Maintains appropriate demeanor as a representative of the program and is a role model for the patients as evidenced by appearance, hygiene, and behavior.Is responsible for care of patients' property.Able to set limits and to follow through by teaching alternate behavior.Ability to role model and orient new LNA's to the unit.Demonstrates knowledge and skill of computer use.Demonstrates strong organizational skills.Exhibits essential working knowledge and assessment skills to recognize and report unusual symptoms and address special needs as they arise.Job Types: Contract, Travel nursing