Baptist Health·Birmingham, Alabama
Provides general nursing care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, focusing on safety and a therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include documenting observations, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with admissions and discharges.
Baptist Health Princeton Hospital offers great NEW competitive pay and benefits! Medical, Dental, Vision 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start) Life Insurance Extended Leave Plan (ELP) Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care) Paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Car Insurance Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt ALL benefits start on day one! Mental Health Tech I FT Days
Performs general nursing care to patients in a manner that considers safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN).
Essential Functions Documents observations on assigned patients in legible, accurate and appropriate format following hospital and unit procedures. Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team. Assists with nursing education groups. Completes assignments of AM/PM care, vital signs, phlebotomy, total milieu supervision of patient care: assist members of the nursing team and/or other disciplines; assist with admissions and discharges as assigned. Demonstrates competency in unit specific tasks and skill as defined by unit specific competency list. Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility. May have limited access to areas storing medications. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies and procedures. Participates in nursing Performance Improvement (PI) activities as assigned. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. Practices efficient use of supplies. Maintains a safe, clean, and organized unit. Receives and processes incoming calls, patient calls and guest requests. Transports and delivers items and equipment throughout the facility. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s Requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
Education/Training High school diploma or equivalent is required. Licensure/Certification Maintains Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Must obtain and maintain current Handle with Care (HWC) Certification within 90 days of hire. Experience 180 days (6 months) experience as Mental Health Technician, Psychology Technician, Psychiatric Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Registered Behavioral Health Technician, Behavioral Health Specialist, Direct Support Personnel, Group Home Assistant/Paraprofessional, Correctional Officers, EMT’s, Paramedics, Medical Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, Home Health Aides, Patient Care Assistants, Certified Medical Assistants, Nursing Assistant and Crisis Intervention Specialist. The position is three twelve hour shifts, work every third weekend and some holidays.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and current CPR certification. Candidates must have at least 6 months of experience in a behavioral health or patient care technician role.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Alabama often reflect steady demand in schools, clinics, and community settings, especially for counselors who can support crisis response and ongoing mental health care. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a master’s or doctoral degree, active licensure such as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT, and proven counseling experience with crisis intervention skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure match and prepare examples of crisis work before applying.
