Mental Health Direct Care Support Aide-Ballwin, MO

We are looking for a reliable Direct Care Support Aide to care for individuals staying in a residential eating disorder community in Ballwin, MO.Overnight Shifts Available!!ResponsibilitiesRecord a patient''s medical history accuratelyTake and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.Provide emotional and psychological support when neededCommunicate with patients'' family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructionsSkillsProven experience as direct care support aide or similar roleAbility to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary teamFamiliarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and proceduresUnderstanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practicesGood knowledge of MS Office and data entryPerfect physical condition and staminaExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsCompassionate and able to handle stress

Created: 2021-11-29