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Carilion Clinic

Non-profit health system delivering comprehensive care

Psychiatric Technician - Adult Inpatient Psych

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeRoanoke, VA, USA$17.39 - $24.35

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • De-escalation training must be successfully completed within four months of hire and maintained thereafter.
  • Must be able to obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification.
  • A valid Virginia state driver's license is required in the New River Valley to transport patients.
  • Must be able to manage patients with explosive potential or escalating situations and function with minimal supervision, recognizing when direction or assistance is needed.
  • Must be able to learn and participate as a team member.
  • Must have clinical skills to work with children, adolescents, and adults and understand their growth and development.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with observing patients and report unusual circumstances to a licensed nurse.
  • Organize, prioritize, and provide nursing care in accordance with unit standards.
  • Complete admission and discharge processes and documentation according to unit standards in the chart or electronic medical record.
  • Greet admissions, make them comfortable, orient them to unit routines and safety precautions within 15 minutes of arrival on the unit.
  • Answer call lights and telephones promptly and meet basic patient needs, whether or not the patient is assigned to the technician.
  • Conduct patient safety rounds every 15 minutes or according to unit policy.
  • Perform activities of daily living and assist with meeting patients' nutritional needs.
  • Provide delegated patient treatments such as electrocardiograms, blood glucose testing, intake and output measurement, and enemas.
  • Advocate for patients, protect their rights, and provide psychological, social, and cultural support while treating them with respect and dignity, maintaining privacy, and using system resources to address cultural and disability needs.
  • Provide patients and their families with appropriate information and care in a timely manner.
  • Organize and lead daily goals and wrap-up groups, and report patients' verbalized or written issues and concerns to the licensed nurse.
  • Assist nursing staff with escalating patients, communicate effectively during escalations, and lead and direct code-secure activities with staff and security to protect patients, visitors, and staff.
  • Participate in Quality Management and Carilion Clinic performance-improvement activities, complete requested activities, and identify opportunities for improvement in a timely manner.
  • Participate in unit-level cost-containment measures and ensure supplies used are charged at the time of use.
  • Remove discontinued equipment from patient rooms, clean it, and return it to the proper storage area.
  • Use equipment and supplies respectfully and cost-effectively according to policies and procedures.
  • Contribute to maintaining a safe, orderly, and professional environment; identify safety hazards and correct them or report them to the appropriate resource.
  • Select appropriate equipment, ensure it is operating properly, and use it according to policies, procedures, or manufacturer recommendations.
  • Perform clerical duties under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.

About the Company

Carilion Clinic

Non-profit health system delivering comprehensive care

Carilion Clinic is a non-profit health care system in Virginia that serves about one million people through a network of hospitals, outpatient specialty centers, and primary care practices. It delivers care via multi-specialty physician teams that collaborate to put the patient first, aiming to improve outcomes and quality of care while advancing medical education and research. Its approach centers on integrated care across a broad regional network, combined with ongoing teaching and clinical studies. This makes it different from many competitors by pairing patient-focused, outcome-driven care with a strong emphasis on education and research within a nonprofit framework. The company’s goal is to provide high-quality health care, improve patient outcomes, and advance medical knowledge through education and research.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$310K
Headquarters
Roanoke, VA
Founded
1976

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