Freedom BHU Certified Nursing Assistant or Mental Health Tech - PRN

CNA/MHT Position

The CNA/MHT is the visible presence of the nursing staff on the unit and is readily available to patients for their day to day needs. They perform assigned duties and interventions as directed by the licensed nurse to fulfill the prescribed orders of the medical staff. The CNA/MHT communicates identified findings observed with the patients to the licensed nursing staff. In addition, the CNA/MHT assists the licensed staff with basic clerical duties when indicated.

The CNA/MHT maintains a safe and professional standard for patient care according to the facility mission, policy and procedure, and in accordance with all external regulatory and credentialing bodies. As a key member of the nursing staff, the CNA/MHT is available to families for communication between the families, patients, and licensed nursing staff. The CNA/MHT assists with the nutritional needs of the patients, through working with the licensed nurses to ensure that nutritional needs are met.

The CNA/MHT provides for the daily needs of the patients, with consistent monitoring and communication to the licensed nurses.

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