Mental Health Associate II - Float Pool

Responsibilities

• Observes assigned patient, maintaining a direct line of vision to the patient at all times and communicates unusual occurrences immediately to the nurse responsible for the patient
• Assists with maintaining a safe and hazard free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting patient room searches, reporting unsafe conditions, implementing safety interventions and applying appropriate emotional support.
• Orients the patient and patient's family to the facility and the policies and procedures Documents patient care activities
• Provides appropriate interventions immediately if the patient is attempting to participate in an unsafe activity e.g. climbing out of bed, attempting to ambulate without assistance, pulling at lines or tubes, displaying aggressive behavior; and seeks assistance as necessary
• Changes bed linens tidies room and empties trash as needed
• Provides direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse
• Maintains clean and orderly utility rooms

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Current BLS Certification
• Current Washington State Certified Nurse Assistant license required
• Previous patient care experience, preferably in a behavioral health setting
• About Deaconess Hospital
• About the Spokane Community
• Why MultiCare?
• Rooted in the local community
• Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
• Growth and education
• Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
• Well-being and support
• Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
• Living our values
• Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
• Belonging for all
• Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle
• Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
• Pay and Benefit Expectations

Benefits

Additional Information

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. FTE: 0.9 (Full-Time) Shift: Night, 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. Schedule: TBD - three shifts per week with rotating weekends and holidays. Candidates must have open availability; specific schedules or patterns cannot be guaranteed. Position Overview: This role is part of the Deaconess Hospital MHA II Float Pool. The MHA II will provide 1:1 sitter care across all units as needed. CNA skills may be utilized while functioning in the MHA role. Pay & Benefits: Starting pay $21.18 per hour, depending on licensed CNA experience. Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities. Eligible for weekend and shift differentials. Position Summary The Mental Health Associate II is responsible for providing a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment while providing direct observation for an assigned patient experiencing confusion, suicidal ideation, or other psychiatric condition requiring close supervision. This position works in conjunction with the Registered Nurse assigned to the patient.

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