CNA - Part Time | Road to Home

Job Purpose

* Road to Home serves as a statewide step-down residential program for adults. The CNA position is integral to the efficient functioning of the Units. They will, by virtue of their role, have primary patient contact and, in that role, will have influence on patient treatment and progress. As such, CNAs are professional staff members with responsibility for maintenance of a secure therapeutic milieu in cooperation with a variety of disciplines, most importantly the nursing staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and apply the daily routine and the principles of mental health nursing.
• Help with the admission of consumers, including taking vital signs, bath, and shampoo, if necessary, body check, checking for hazardous objects, listing valuables and personal possessions, and orienting the consumer to the unit.
• Check any unusual sounds, report suspicious behavior of consumers or visitors, report difficulties with visitors, check consumer’s rooms for hidden hazardous objects or medications, and search and record items brought into consumers.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and progress notes.
• Support patients in achieving their treatment goals and encourage positive behavioral changes.
• Uphold the standards and policies of LifeStream while demonstrating professionalism and ethical behavior at all times.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid CNA FL Certification required

Required Experience

• Prior experience in a mental health setting is preferred but may be waived given demonstrated desire for professional development through continuing education participation.
• Desirable to have experience working with psychiatric or co-occurring consumers of all ages

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of patient care procedures and protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare...