Additional Position Details: FTE: 0.900000 | Full Time | 3rd Shift - NightsSalary: Starting wage is $20.53-$28.23/hr., depending on experience. Shift differentials are as follows:
- $1.27/hr. for working between 3:00pm - 11:00pm
- $2.15/hr. for working between 11:01pm and 7:00am
- $1.10/hr. extra for working weekends
Position SummaryThe Mental Health Assistant-1 for Asante assists in maintaining, restoring, and promoting patient's health through the application of psychiatric-mental health nursing principles as directed by a registered nurse (RN). General responsibilities include discontinuing saline locks, obtaining nasal swabs, adjusting oxygen rate of flow, taking vital signs, assisting with mobility/ambulation, intake and output recording, general hygiene/ADLs, and changing linens.QualificationsLicensure/Certifications
- CNA: Acute Care Certified by the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN), required upon start
- BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified through the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start
- NCPT: Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technician, preferred
Total Rewards Package
- Earn a competitive and progressive salary
- Benefit from health plans that are focused on health and wellness including medical, dental, vision and wellness beginning within 30 days of hire
- On-call employees may receive an additional 15% for flexibility
- Plan for your future with a retirement package that includes up to 6% employer contribution
- Experience a healthy work-life balance with our generous earned time off (ETO)
- Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment plans
At Asante, we are guided by our values below. Explore Asante more by visiting www.asante.org/careersExcellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - TeamworkAsante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.