About this role
Behavioral Health Services Inpatient – Unit Secretary / Nursing Attendant
- Work in a 26-bed adult inpatient psychiatric unit, featuring a 16-bed less acute unit and a 10-bed acute care unit.
- Provide 24/7 inpatient psychiatric care including diagnostic assessments, stabilization, and personalized treatment plans.
- Join a multidisciplinary team of Psychiatry, Nursing, Licensed and Unlicensed Professional Counselors, Occupational Therapy, RN Care Management, and Social Work.
- Thrive in a supportive and engaging team culture that fosters personal and professional growth.
- Access nursing leadership pathways, preceptorships, and a graduate nurse residency program to advance your career.
- Benefit from educational support for nursing certifications and mentorship from a dedicated Nursing Educator, Clinical Managers, and a Licensed Professional Counselor leader.
- Learn more about our safe staffing practices and low nursing turnover during your interview.
- Full time (72 hours biweekly)
- Shift: 12-hour Night (6-6)
- Every third weekend
- Eligible for shift and weekend differential
Position Function: As a Unit Secretary, performs the clerical duties on the patient care unit while functioning as the focal communication source at the nursing station. As a Nursing Attendant, functions as an integral part of the patient care team by performing selected patient care treatments and tasks as delegated by licensed nurse. Is accountable for own action in performing duties as assigned and for which they are trained. Included is recognition and understanding of the physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes unique to the age/population group served on the unit.
Qualifications and Standards
Education: Formal Education and Training - High school graduate or the equivalent. Graduate of a nursing educational program preferred.
Experience: Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required. Proficiency in the use of computers, fax machine, and related equipment required. Prior clerical experience in health care setting preferred.
Certifications/Licensure: Basic Life Support (BLS)