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Newton wellesley psychiatric9/10/2023 ![]() ![]() Occasionally - 5% to 25% or more of the worker's time is spent in this activity MHC's may work with angry, agitated, and combative patients.Ĭonstantly - 75% or more of the worker's time is spent in the activityįrequently - 25% to 75% or more of the worker's time is spent in this activity Other duties may include general cleaning with exposure to dirt, odors, cramped quarters, etc. Caring for patients also involves exposure to human waste and other unpleasant elements. The MHC works in a variety of patient care environments where there may be exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials such as chemotherapeutic agents, radioisotopes and radiation. Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations (if applicable) : none Knowledge and experience in the Chemical Dependency field preferred. Evidence of this should include: effective communication, the ability to problem solve, get along well with others, and confront issues appropriately.Įducation: Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology or related field preferred.Įxperience: At least 1 year psychiatric experience required. Job Knowledge and Skills: Must have demonstrated clinical competency, including group leadership skills, in appropriate psychiatric settings. ![]() Moves patients and equipment as patient care needs dictate.Participates in the education of patients, families and other staff.Makes decisions in collaboration with the RN that reflect the evaluation of all pertinent data utilized in the problem solving process.May complete blood sugar monitoring on assigned patients.Obtains patient weights, vital signs, specimen collection.Works with the RN to provide a therapeutic milieu.Advocates for patients and families and refers patients to the Human Rights Officer as appropriate.Participates in the department's patient safety and quality improvement activities.Communicates effectively and establishes good rapport with all levels of personnel, patients, and visitors.Accepts responsibility and accountability for his/her actions in delivering patient care.May document patient condition and behavior in medical record. ![]() Attends to patient's elimination needs by assisting with bedpan, urinal, bathroom or commode.Assists patients with activities of daily living and performs these activities for patients who are unable to care for themselves such as basic care needs including bathing/showering, grooming, clothing, feeding or any personal hygiene needs.Leads educational, support, and activity groups as assigned and in coordination with the department's occupational therapy program.Provides support to clients in crisis as needed or as assigned.Provides one to one observation to clients in crisis as necessary or as assigned by the charge nurse.Reports significant information to the RN and treatment team.Completes safety checks of patients and milieu as assigned.Monitors patients and interactions between patients.Interacts with patients on a one to one basis offering support, education, and diversional activities.Assists in crisis situations in other areas of the hospital as needed. ![]()
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