TECH - MH​/BH; DEGREE

Overview

DOVER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEM is a 104-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Dover, Delaware. We feature individual units for adolescents and adults and offer inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10,000 patients receive care from our compassionate health care team each year. At Dover Behavioral Health System patient satisfaction is one of our top commitments.

For three years in a row, Dover Behavioral Health System has placed in the Top 10 for highest patient satisfaction scores amongst UHS hospitals. In 2020, we placed 6th for highest patient satisfaction scores. Our high patient satisfaction is due to our dedicated and seasoned staff and our strong clinical programs.

Available shifts: 7a - 7p, 3p-11p, and 7p - 7a (all every-other weekend rotation).

• Provide direct patient care to adults and adolescents with a wide range of disorders, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Monitor patients closely and conduct observation rounds, prioritizing patient safety as the top concern.
• Participate in treatment planning by identifying patients' problems, needs, and strengths.
• Assist in the admission process, including vital sign assessment, safety searches, specimen collection, and patient orientation.
• Plan, prepare, and conduct group therapy programs for patients.
• Participate in hospital codes as necessary for unit safety, partnering with the Charge Nurse to ensure successful shift operations and maintain an engaging, therapeutic environment for high patient satisfaction.

An environment that puts patient care first. The role offers opportunities to grow, learn, and advance in your career with robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement. You will be supported by leadership and work within a network of peers and nursing leaders.

Minimum:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or a related field (highly recommended)
• One year of direct work experience in a behavioral health environment including leading groups, de-escalating behaviors, and managing multiple clinical diagnoses
• Experience in an inpatient setting

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was recognized as one of Fortune's World’s Most Admired Companies and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and related services across the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

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