Mental Health Technician 1 - Nursing Assistant Job at Eastern State Hospital

Eastern State Hospital Medical Lake, WA 99022

Eastern State Hospital is seeking motivated Nursing Assistants to help people experiencing mental health issues. In this role, you will make real, lasting differences in the lives of our patients. We have day, evening, night, and on-call shifts available to fit your schedule. Come join our team!

Some of what you'll do:

  • Provide nursing care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse
  • Deliver care per individual treatment plans
  • Follow all hospital, state, and federal regulatory standards, policies, and procedures
  • De-escalate patients as needed
  • Communicate information to Registered Nurses regarding changes of condition and clinical information
  • Escort and transport patients

What we are looking for:

  • Ability to communicate with management, peers, clients, and the public
  • Ability to adjust scheduled hours of work to meet the hospital's workload demands
  • Willingness to work with patients who have behavioral, emotional, psychiatric, social, medical, and/or correctional problems, and who may exhibit inappropriate non-compliant and/or aggressive behavior

Who should apply?

Professionals who have a high school diploma or GED and current Nursing Assistant Certification (NAC) or Nursing Assistant Registration (NAR) are required.

Information regarding NAR and NAC with the State of Washington can be found here.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $36,804.00 - $47,844.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Psychiatry

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
  • Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 state employees must be fully vaccinated. Your vaccine status will be verified. Please note medical or religious accommodation may be available, once an offer of employment is made.

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Medical Lake, WA 99022: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • NAR or CNA (Required)

Work Location: One location




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