The Riverside University Health Center - Medical Center is seeking a Per Diem Licensed Psychiatric Technician to join the Arlington Campus, Unit A Department, located in Riverside. Unit A is an acute inpatient psychiatric unit dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care, with a focus on stabilization, recovery, and improved mental health outcomes.

The incumbent will be responsible for providing direct patient care in an inpatient psychiatric setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Duties include safely administering medications in accordance with physician orders and facility policies, as well as monitoring patient behavior, safety, and the therapeutic environment, with prompt reporting of any changes in condition. The role also involves assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), engaging in therapeutic interactions, and facilitating or co-facilitating structured therapeutic group sessions.

In addition, the incumbent will support the implementation of individualized treatment plans, obtain vital signs, conduct safety checks, and ensure accurate documentation within the electronic medical record. Responsibilities further include participating in de-escalation and crisis intervention procedures, such as Show of Support, Code Green, and restraint or seclusion protocols, in accordance with established policies. The individual is expected to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment in compliance with Title 22 regulations and hospital policies, while collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to support patient care and discharge planning. Additional duties may be assigned as needed based on departmental requirements.
Desired Experience/Education:

• At least two (2) years' experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting preferred, including medication administration and therapeutic group facilitation.
• Experience with crisis intervention and trauma-informed care.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (e.g., Epic).
  Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Work Schedule:
Per-diem day shift with 12-hour shifts from 7: 00 a.m. to 7: 30 p.m., including weekends and holidays as needed. Specific days will be discussed during the interview.

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To learn more about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.or g• Gives general and psychiatric nursing care to mentally ill, emotionally disturbed and developmentally disabled patients; works with other disciplines as part of the treatment staff to provide an overall treatment program for the patients; helps to create a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.

• Applies mental hygiene principles in all relationships with patients; motivates patients to develop self-reliance in daily living; develops, encourages participation in, and supervises on-the-unit group and individual program activities for patients.

• Assists doctors and registered nurses in the administration of special treatments and examinations; assists rehabilitation therapists in occupational and recreational therapy programs, and physical therapists in providing treatment for patients.

• Assists patients with feeding, behavior modification, and maintaining a well-groomed appearance; keeps patients and their beds, clothing, and living areas clean.

• Follows safe practices; protects patients from personal injury; receives visitors and encourages their interest in the patients' well being; escorts patients to and from the community.

• Orders supplies as needed; gives first aid as needed; under supervision, provides nursing care to patients; prepares patients and cares for them during treatment.

• Administers medications subcutaneously, intramuscularly, intradermally, subdermally, and/or orally, takes temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure of patients as necessary; applies and changes dressings and administers treatments including catheterizations, irrigations, and enemas.

• Collects specimens for laboratory analysis; charts treatments and medications and maintains pertinent medical records; assists doctors and registered nurses in the administration of medical records.

• Assists in the preparation and implementation of patient care plans; participates in patient education programs; observes patients' condition and behavior and reports significant changes to the supervisor.

• May act as a team leader over nursing assistants, departmental supportive services aides, licensed vocational nurses, or other licensed psychiatric technicians; participates in in-service training programs.License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Psychiatric Technician's license issued by the California Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician Examiners

Knowledge of: The fundamentals of nursing care; general and psychiatric procedures; patient behavior and mental health principles and techniques involved in the care and treatment of individuals or groups of mentally ill and developmentally disabled patients; medical terminology and pharmacology.

Ability to: Skillfully perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities; learn and follow policies and procedures; carry out occupational, recreational, and group therapy programs for patients; follow directions; complete and maintain reports and patient records; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, physicians and patients.

Other Requirements:
Certification: Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification issued by the American Heart Association.

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For questions regarding this recruitment: Contact Jesus Colin at (951) 955-0234 or Jcolin@rivco.org. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.