Brown Medicine
Location
Newport Beach, California
Salary
$18 - $28 / HOUR
Provide direct, non-clinical support and continuous observation for patients with mental health or behavioral challenges. Collaborate with clinical staff to maintain a safe therapeutic environment and assist patients with activities of daily living.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with previous patient care or human services experience preferred. Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks and obtain certifications in BLS and de-escalation.
Under the general direction of a Registered Nurse, the Behavioral Health Attendant (BHA) provides direct, non-clinical support to patients requiring observation who may be experiencing mental health or behavioral challenges. BHAs collaborate closely with clinical staff to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment while upholding patient dignity and aligning with Brown University Health’s core values: Compassion Accountability Respect Excellence All employees are also expected to demonstrate the organization’s core success factors: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus Collaborate effectively Key Responsibilities Patient Observation & Support Receive report on assigned patient(s) prior to assuming observation responsibilities Conduct continuous or intermittent observations as assigned Maintain constant attention on patient(s), free from distractions Promptly report changes in patient condition to nursing or clinical staff Monitor and document patient behavior, mood, and activities per established protocols Patient Care Assistance Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including: Hygiene Meals Mobility Provide appropriate patient engagement, including: Conversation Recreational activities in line with training Safety & De-escalation Utilize approved verbal de-escalation techniques to ensure safety Maintain a safe, hazard-free care environment Adhere to all hospital safety protocols and procedures Support clean, organized patient care areas Training & Compliance Obtain and maintain required certifications: De-escalation and restraint training (initial + annual re-certification) Basic Life Support (BLS) Safe patient handling training Participate in staff development, supervision, and meetings as required Maintain: Patient confidentiality Privacy standards Patient rights Additional Duties Perform other duties as assigned
Education High school diploma or equivalent (required) Experience Previous patient care experience or education in a human services field (preferred) Work Environment & Physical Requirements Active participation in patient care and ADLs Ability to perform physical tasks, including: Lifting Turning Assisting patient movement (sitting, standing, kneeling positions) Independent Action & Teamwork Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, including: Nurses Social workers Therapists Physicians Supervisory Responsibility None Pay Range: $18.04-$28.46 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
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