Our promise to you:
Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full time
Shift:
Night (United States of America)
Address:
701 WINTHROP AVE
City:
GLENDALE HEIGHTS
State:
Illinois
Postal Code:
60139
Job Description:
Schedule: 36 hours/week, Nights 7p-7a; Every other weekend and rotating holidays
- Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and routine tasks.
- Provides direct patient care and therapeutic interventions.
- Observes and records patient behaviors and activities accurately. Reports changes in patient conditions to appropriate personnel and recommend treatment plan modifications.
- Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationships with assigned patients.
- Collaborates with patients, family members, physicians, and community providers to ensure continuous care.
- Manages and facilitates daily group activities as required. Recognizes potential escalation of behavior and use appropriate verbal and physical interventions.
- Identifies and addresses potential safety hazards for patients, visitors, and staff, notifying the appropriate department or person for correction.
- Assists in crisis situations, utilizing de-escalation skills, maintaining patient safety and providing proper documentation.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate appropriately, professionally, and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]
- Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry [Required]
- Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and local, state, and national laws [Required]
- Ability to understand and process instructions from physicians and other personnel [Required]
- Proficiency in computer systems to enter and track patient records [Required]
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
- Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English [Required]
- Customer service skills [Required]
- Organizational ability, sound judgment, and initiative [Required]
- Knowledge of substance use disorder and behavioral health terminology with various treatment approaches [Required]
- Adequate knowledge of activities of daily living [Required]
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing [Required]
- Additional languages [Preferred]
- Understanding and the ability to lead group activities [Required]
- Knowledge of electronic medical records [Preferred]
- Strong competence in Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word [Preferred]
Education:
- Associate [Preferred]
- High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
Work Experience:
- 1+ of other health care related field [Preferred]
- Experience with adult behavioral health patients [Preferred]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Preferred]
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Program [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range:
$17.64 - $28.22
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
