Certified Nursing Assistant – Psych

Start your next chapter at Bolivar Medical Center, a 164-bed hospital serving Cleveland, MS, and part of the ScionHealth community hospital network. Bolivar Medical Center is a Joint Commission accredited hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department services and also offers a long-term care unit. At Bolivar, you will deliver vital care in a community setting with the backing of a highly regarded hospital system committed to quality, safety, and local impact.

Hours: PRN

Job Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant – Psych provides supportive care to patients in a behavioral health unit under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, promoting safety through observation and redirection, supporting therapeutic interventions, and maintaining a secure and respectful environment for psychiatric patients.

Essential Functions

• Assists patients with personal care, hygiene, ambulation, feeding, and elimination needs

• Supports patients with psychosocial needs under supervision of the RN

• Provides safe patient positioning, transfer, and mobility support

• Documents intake/output, vital signs, weights, and patient behaviors in EMR

• Maintains clean and organized patient rooms and unit environments

• Answers call lights and responds to patient needs promptly and respectfully

• Participates in therapeutic activities, patient observation, and safety checks

• Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge procedures

• Applies and monitors restraints as directed and maintains documentation

• Transports patients to procedures and departments as needed

• Participates in crisis interventions and assists in de-escalation under RN direction

• Communicates effectively with the healthcare team, patients, and families

• Provides post-mortem care and assists in body transport as needed

• Adheres to infection control and safety protocols

• Maintains awareness of patient confidentiality and boundaries

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong communication, observation, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to remain calm and supportive in emotionally charged situations

• Basic knowledge of behavioral health conditions and care strategies

• Demonstrates respect for diverse backgrounds and experiences

• Proficient in electronic medical records and basic computer use

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods and lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds

• Committed to safety, professionalism, and quality patient care

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of practice Upon Hire (Required) And

• BCLS - Basic Life Support Like AHA or Red Cross Within Facility-Specified time frame (Required)

Experience

• Minimum of six (6) months experience in an acute care, long-term care, or behavioral health setting preferred