Patient Care Associate - Mental Health Unit

Job Title:

Patient Care Associate

Location:

RWJUH Somerset

Department Name:
Mental Health Unit

Req #:

Status:
Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $20.81 - $21.07 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

The Safety Care Associate is a Patient Care Associate with experience working with behavioral health patients who will have a primary focus on ensuring the safety of the unit.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: conducting q15 patient safety checks, environmental safety rounds, 1:1 patient safety watch, assisting with group facilitation and the search and logging of patient belongings,

Under direct supervision of the unit director or designee, the Safety Care Associate will assist with providing direct patient care, reinforcing Safety Together core values and implementing safety initiatives and will participate as a member of the Workplace Violence committee,

Required:

* High School Diploma or equivalent

* BLS required through American Heart Association

Preferred:

* 1 year experience working in similar roles in acute care Behavioral Health Unit, willing to train the right candidate

* Mental Health First Certificate training preferred or willing to obtain upon hire

* Ability to communicate and collaborate with others effectively

* Effective verbal and written communication skills

Certifications and Licenses

Required:

* AHA BLS

Schedule:

* 40 hours a week - Day shift

Benefits and Perks :

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

* Paid Time Off (PTO)

* Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

* Dental and Vision Insurance

* Retirement Plans

* Short & Long Term Disability

* Life & Accidental Death Insurance

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

* Wellness Programs

* Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

* Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer