Mental Health Inpatient Nursing Assistant
The Mental Health Inpatient Nursing Assistant provides essential nursing support to patients with physical and behavioral health needs within a hospital or long-term care setting. Working under close supervision of licensed nursing staff, the role involves assisting with patient care, monitoring physical and emotional status, using medical equipment, and responding to emergent situations. This position also includes mentorship responsibilities for new nursing assistants and contributes to the overall recovery and well-being of patients in acute, sub-acute, or chronic states of illness.
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Role overview
This Confidential Client is hiring a Mental Health Inpatient Nursing Assistant to support inpatient behavioral health care in West Palm Beach, FL. The role works under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to provide direct patient care, observe and report changes in patient condition, assist with basic treatment procedures and support recovery plans across entry (GS-3), developmental (GS-4) and full-performance (GS-5) levels.
What You’ll Do
- Provide direct patient/resident care as a member of the nursing care team in an inpatient mental health setting.
- Assist licensed nursing staff with activities of daily living, basic nursing treatments and implementation of care plans.
- Observe and document patients’ physical and emotional status; promptly report deviations to supervisors.
- Use common diagnostic and monitoring equipment (e.g., bladder scanner, blood glucose monitor) and assist with specimen collection.
- Support safe behavior management and assist during behavioral crises while escalating to qualified staff as needed.
- Participate in patient transfers, basic life support measures, and emergency interventions until advanced assistance arrives.
- At higher (GS-5) levels, provide peer-education/precepting support for newer Nursing Assistants.
Minimum Qualifications
- United States citizenship (as specified for this position).
- Six months of general work experience, OR one year of education above high school with relevant courses, OR completion of a specialized training program in a related NA occupation.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English (per applicable policy/handbook).
- Experience or demonstrated ability to learn the knowledge, skills and abilities required of a Nursing Assistant (NA) in a clinical/ inpatient setting.
- Ability to meet physical requirements consistent with occupational health guidelines for nursing staff.
Preferred / Grade-Specific Qualifications
- GS-3 (Entry): Meets basic requirements; works under close supervision.
- GS-4 (Developmental): One year of specialized NA experience or related medical field experience; demonstrated therapeutic communication and intermediate technical skills.
- GS-5 (Full Performance): One year of progressively responsible NA assignments equivalent to GS-4 and demonstrated professional KSAs; may serve as preceptor and handle more complex patient needs.
Compensation & Employment Type
- Salary range (as posted): $37,148 - $60,652 per year.
- Employment type: Full time; Contractor classification as listed for this role.
- Actual grade/level offered may range from GS-3 to GS-5 depending on experience and qualifications.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Inpatient behavioral health environment with direct patient interaction.
- Role involves lifting/transferring patients, standing for extended periods, and other physical tasks consistent with Nursing Assistant duties.
- Must meet occupational health and safety requirements for patient-care staff.
Additional notes
- Applicants pending completion of required education/certification may be tentatively selected but cannot be hired until all requirements are met.
- Creditable experience must be documented and verifiable by references or independent means.
- This posting represents a Confidential Client opening in the Healthcare & Nursing industry.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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