Certified Nursing Assistant – Psych

Job description

Start your next chapter at Bolivar Medical Center, a 164-bed hospital serving Cleveland, MS, and part of the ScionHealth community hospital network. Bolivar Medical Center is a Joint Commission accredited hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department services and also offers a long-term care unit. At Bolivar, you will deliver vital care in a community setting with the backing of a highly regarded hospital system committed to quality, safety, and local impact.
Hours: PRN
Job Summary
The Certified Nursing Assistant – Psych provides supportive care to patients in a behavioral health unit under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, promoting safety through observation and redirection, supporting therapeutic interventions, and maintaining a secure and respectful environment for psychiatric patients.
Essential Functions
• Assists patients with personal care, hygiene, ambulation, feeding, and elimination needs
• Supports patients with psychosocial needs under supervision of the RN
• Provides safe patient positioning, transfer, and mobility support
• Documents intake/output, vital signs, weights, and patient behaviors in EMR
• Maintains clean and organized patient rooms and unit environments
• Answers call lights and responds to patient needs promptly and respectfully
• Participates in therapeutic activities, patient observation, and safety checks
• Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge procedures
• Applies and monitors restraints as directed and maintains documentation
• Transports patients to procedures and departments as needed
• Participates in crisis interventions and assists in de-escalation under RN direction
• Communicates effectively with the healthcare team, patients, and families
• Provides post-mortem care and assists in body transport as needed
• Adheres to infection control and safety protocols
• Maintains awareness of patient confidentiality and boundaries

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
• Strong communication, observation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in emotionally charged situations
• Basic knowledge of behavioral health conditions and care strategies
• Demonstrates respect for diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Proficient in electronic medical records and basic computer use
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods and lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Committed to safety, professionalism, and quality patient care

Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of practice Upon Hire (Required) And
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Like AHA or Red Cross Within Facility-Specified time frame (Required)

Experience
• Minimum of six (6) months experience in an acute care, long-term care, or behavioral health setting preferred