Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Psychiatric/Behavioral Health
Baltimore
Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Psychiatric/Behavioral Health
Full Time ā¢ Baltimore
Benefits:
- Sick Leave
- Retirement Plan
- Referral program
- Holiday Pay
- Health Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Training & development
Position Summary
We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and experienced Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team in a psychiatric hospital setting. The ideal candidate will provide direct patient care and support to individuals receiving behavioral health and psychiatric treatment while maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment.
š Available Locations
š Available Locations
- JessupĀ
- CatonsvilleĀ
- SykesvilleĀ
- RockvilleĀ
- BaltimoreĀ
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Monitor and document vital signs, behaviors, and patient observations.
- Provide one-to-one patient monitoring as assigned.
- Support patients during meals, recreational activities, and therapeutic programs.
- Assist nursing staff with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Maintain a safe and clean patient environment.
- Observe and report changes in patient condition, mood, or behavior to the nursing team.
- Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as directed by clinical staff.
- Encourage patient participation in treatment plans and daily activities.
- Accurately document patient care in accordance with facility policies.
- Follow infection control, safety, and confidentiality procedures at all times.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing with the Maryland Board of Nursing.
- Valid Maryland Driver's License and reliable transportation.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current immunization records.
- Current health physical examination.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a healthcare facility, hospital, rehabilitation center, long-term care facility, or behavioral health setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing mental health and behavioral challenges.
- Ability to pass required background screenings
If you are a caring and dedicated CNA looking to make a difference in the lives of individuals receiving psychiatric and behavioral health services, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help provide quality, compassionate care to those who need it most.
Compensation: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Professional caregivers go by many names: homemakers, home care aides, home health aides, certified nursing assistants, personal care assistants, direct care workers. No matter the name, what they all have in common is a calling to care for people in the comfort of their own homes.
This agency is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the agency, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this agency. All inquiries about employment at this agency should be made directly to the agency location, and not to Home Care Evolution Corporate.
(if you already have a resume on Indeed)
Or apply here.
Flexible work schedule
In 2014, there were nearly 1.8 million caregivers working in the U.S., with the potential to create 500,000 more jobs by 2024. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)
Being part of the family
Over the last five years, the home care industry has grown by more than 50%, and is projected to increase as demand grows. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)
Career advancement in a growing field
Job growth for caregivers is projected to increase by 26% through 2024, compared to just 6.5% on average for all occupations. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)
Opportunity to help seniors and people with disabilities stay at home
In a recent survey of more than 72,000 caregivers, the overall job satisfaction rating was 9.03 out of 10 ā higher than previous years. (Source: Home Care Pulse)