Mental Health Associate, Adult Psychiatric Unit; Inpatient - Per Diem

Position: Mental Health Associate, Adult Psychiatric Unit (Inpatient) - Per Diem, Various Shifts
UMass Memorial Health -  - Responsibilities:
Provides direct patient care including treatment planning, implementing plans, documentation, and milieu safety assessments;
Records behavioral data on appropriate data sheets and the electronic medical record;
Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, environmental safety rounds;
Utilizes de-escalation and calming tools and strategies and follows the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient;
Communicates clearly and timely with unit licensed nurses regarding observations and changes seen in the patient