Mental Health Technician - Acute Psychiatric Adult

Christus Health · Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States

Location

Lake Charles

Job Type

Full-time

Posted

July 04, 2026

Job Description

Summary:

Facilitates the provision of patient care by performing specific nursing tasks in accordance with organizational and regulatory compliance. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital and demonstrating behavior consistent with the Core Values.
Responsibilities:
Maintains continuous alertness and response to patient safety issues and participates in maintaining a safe and secure patient care environmentUses patient identifiers as defined by policyMakes rounds to assure patient safety and satisfactionAnswers call lights promptlyMaintains falls precautionsPerforms complete hand-off communication clearly and effectivelyProvides emergency assistance within the defined roleMaintains a hazard-free work environmentMaintains unit securityParticipates in emergency and disaster plansInitiates call for emergencies and responds to staff needsComplies with regulatory agency guid...
        

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