Position Type $ 3,500.00 Retention Bonus for new full-time employees, Pro-rated for new part-time employees. Competitive Wages, Shift Differentials, Great Benefits Customize your schedule to fit your needs! The possibilities are endless. Eight or 12-hour shifts? Split shifts? you choose! How often do you want to work weekends? Every weekend, every other, every third, or EVERY FOURTH WEEKEND? Days, Evenings, or Overnights? Rotating shifts or consistent schedule? How many shifts do you want? How many hours per week? Do you want to work several days in a row, or would you rather have days off in between? Consistent days off each schedule or scheduled randomly? Do you want overtime or work your scheduled shifts? About the Team Lakewood Reflections Mental Health Inpatient program offers intensive and comprehensive individualized mental healthcare in an inpatient setting for adults 55 and older. With a fresh leader ready to support your short and long-term career goals, Reflections Geriatric Mental Health Inpatient Unit is a great place for any season of your nursing career. As a team, we work together to cover the 24/7 needs of the unit, offer flexible scheduling with eight or 12-hour shifts, consistent block scheduling, full or part-time hours, and the option to rotate every fourth weekend if desired. Mission for Position A Behavioral Health Care Staff/Certified Nursing Assistant (BHS/CNA) performs selected patient care activities, including observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan and reporting this information to the Registered Nurse. This position is also responsible for escorting and monitoring patient activities and attending to their personal needs. The (BHS/CNA) must be capable of physically assisting patients, dealing with patient emergencies, and working as a clinical team membe r. Position Summary Escort and monitor patients during admissions, transfers and discharges; and provide line-of-sight or one-to-one support to patients as ordered by the physician Check and document luggage and personal belongings upon admission; maintain patient property list Monitor and document patients food and fluid intake; feeding patients as required Complete and document 15-minute (or less) visual checks on patients per unit/hospital policy Assist with ambulating and lifting patients as needed Maintain continuity among teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients, families, and friends Perform treatment intervention following the patients diagnosis, needs, and physician orders. Observe patients to report and record symptoms or changes appropriately Attend to patients personal needs (oral hygiene, toileting, bathing, dressing, ambulating etc.) as required following physician orders Complete all required documentation relevant to patients promptly and efficiently. Qualifications Qualifications Successful completion of the State of MN Nursing Assistant Program exam. CNA licensure is not required upon hire. Lakewood will provide training and education to prepare for CNA licensure exam Licensure must be obtained within six months of hire to continue employment. Maintain CPR Certification on a bi-annual basis Ideal Candidate Is motivated to bring innovative ideas for process improvement and team engagement Approaches problems with critical thinking and is solutions-focused Provides all care and interacts with coworkers with integrity, honesty, and empathy Uses time wisely, is punctual, and is accountable Physical Demands BHS/CNA must sit, stand, walk, and assist with ambulating and lifting patients. This position in a health care facility is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Working holidays and work during inclement weather will be required. Benefits Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset! Generous Flex Time Off & Wellness Time Off 401K Match Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year Best-in-region employer HSA contributions Coming in 2024 - employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage! With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare! Next Steps Apply Online | Careers - Lakewood Health System Have questions on organizational culture, team fit, or day-to-day experience? Contact Amy to discuss the possibilities further : Amy Greenwaldt, Program Director P: 218-894-8205 E: (e-mail removed) About Lakewood Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribunes Top Workplaces for the third year, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. From womb to tomb, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond. Lakewood Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.