Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Charlotte Behavioral Health Psychiatric Adult 1 North Unit Pt Evenings

Advocate Health

Charlotte, North Carolina, US
Base: $19.80 - $29.70 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Therapeutic communication with patients
Cpi behavior control techniques
Half-hour patient rounding schedule
The Psychiatric Technician assists the Registered Nurse in meeting the needs of psychiatric or chemically dependent patients under supervision

Job Summary

  • The Psychiatric Technician assists the Registered Nurse in meeting the needs of psychiatric or chemically dependent patients under supervision.
  • Employees are required to use CPI techniques appropriately and make rounds on assigned patients at least every half hour during their shift.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including health benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs.

Matching Summary

The Psychiatric Technician assists the Registered Nurse in meeting the needs of psychiatric or chemically dependent patients under supervision.

Salary

Base: $19.80 - $29.70 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Therapeutic communication with patients
  • CPI behavior control techniques
  • Half-hour patient rounding schedule
  • Documentation of behavioral changes
  • Participation in group therapy activities

Nice-to-have

  • Flexibility in changing workload
  • Empathy maintaining patient dignity
  • Unit-based process improvement participation
  • Experience in hospital setting preferred

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • CPI certification within 90 days of hire
  • BLS certification required per policy
  • Relevant patient care experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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