Mental Health Tech I Patient Constant Observer -North (full-time,every other w/e ,nights)

About WakeMed: WakeMed North Hospital provides exceptional patient care to the residents in the growing north Raleigh, N.C., area.

WakeMed North offers the areas only Women’s Hospital and inpatient and outpatient services for the whole family including: 24/7 emergency, surgery, childbirth facilities, Level III special care nursery, physical therapy, outpatient imaging, laboratory and inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, and a growing network of physicians.

The 61-bed hospital provides inpatient and outpatient obstetrics and gynecological care to women of all ages, and medical and surgical services for men and women.

The full-service emergency department provides 24/7 care for the entire family that is backed by Wake County’s only Level I Trauma Center and WakeMed Children’s Hospital, both located at WakeMed’s Raleigh Campus.

WakeMed Health & Hospitals is headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., which is ranked nationally as one of the top 10 best places to live for quality of life and is located just two hours from the beach or three from the mountains.

The area has been named one of the fastest growing areas in the country and is located just minutes from the famous Research Triangle Park.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WakeMed provides an inclusive work environment that promotes the valuing of differences, respect for people and cooperativeness among our diverse workforce.

WakeMed does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in any terms or conditions of employment.

All applicants/employees are considered for employment, transfer, promotion or training without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity/expression, genetics, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Position Information: The Mental Health Tech I provides direct patient care and management of patients with medical and behavioral issues under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse by performing non-professional patient care services, crisis intervention, therapeutic interactions and behavior management.

Experience Requirements: 1 Year Clinical
– Related Area Required
– And 1 Year Clinical
– Mental Health Preferred Education Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent  Required
– Or College Courses Nurse Aide Required Licensure/Certification Requirements: Nurse Aide I Required
– And  Or Crisis Prevention Institute Certification Preferred Hours of Work: Every other weekend 7p-7a & 3 11p-7a per week Weekend Requirements: Every Other Call Requirements: As Needed