Mental Health Technician - Fort Wayne, United States - Parkview Health

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    SummaryThis position will be responsible for providing direct patient care to all developmental populations which includes maintaining milieu/patient safety, providing skill building/psycho educational groups, and observing patient behavior/and pertinent documentation.

    EducationAssociate's degree in a psych related field or must be a nursing student currently enrolled in an accredited program (ASN or BSN) and have completed their first clinical experience.

    Acceptable accrediting agencies are Commission on Collegiate Education in Nursing (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA).Licensure/CertificationIf assigned to drive company vehicle, a valid driver's license is required.

    If assigned to drive personal vehicle, proof of insurance is required in addition to a valid driver's license. CPR required within 60 days; and CPI required within 90 days.

    Addendums are required for 0153 Nurse Leader, 0249 Registry RN, 0252 Registered Nurse, 0235 Advanced Registered Nurse, and 0236 Expert Registered Nurse.

    To view addendums, go to the job description page on Parkview's intranet.
    Experience1 year, will consider other relevant experience.
    Other QualificationsMust have good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, assist with 100 pounds.