Behavioral Health CNA

Overview

We are seeking a Behavioral Health CNA
, also referred to as a Psychiatric Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Mental Health CNA. A Behavioral Health CNA provides care for patients with mental health or behavioral challenges by assisting with daily activities, monitoring behaviors, and promoting a safe, supportive environment. They collaborate with the healthcare team to offer emotional support, identify changes in patient condition, and assist in de‑escalating potentially critical situations.

Bonus: Up to $1,000 (Paid out as stipends every 90 days)

Shift available: Nights ($2 differential in pay)

Employment type: Full-time

Hours: 12‑hour shift - 7:00 pm to 7:00 am

Location: Saint John Hospital - Leavenworth, KS

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Essential duties and responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Assist patients with daily activities: bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and ambulation.
• Monitor and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nurses or doctors; observe for signs of agitation, self‑harm, or aggression.
• Help maintain a safe, structured environment, using de‑escalation techniques to calm distressed or agitated patients.
• Accurately document behavior, interventions, and vital signs, and communicate effectively with the care team.
• Encourage patients to participate in group activities or therapy sessions, offer emotional support, and help build trust with patients.
• Help with cleaning and maintaining patient rooms, ensuring equipment and supplies are stocked.

Deal‑breakers:
You must have:

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required.
• Current BLS certification upon hire and maintenance of current status.

Additional required knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Additional qualifications that are a plus:

• Minimum six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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