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Children's National Medical Center

Child Psych Specialist- Part time (24hrs/week)- 7:00 am-7:00 pm

Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Job Description - Child Psych Specialist

- Part time (24hrs/week) - 7:00 am - 7:00 pm (2400026H)Description:

Responsible for the implementation of nursing care for a child or group of children and their families from admission through discharge, under the direct supervision of the registered nurse.Qualifications:Minimum Education:Bachelor's Degree in psychology or other human services field (Required)Required Skills/Knowledge:Display calm, accepting, problem-solving attitude with patients and families.Required Licenses and Certifications:Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required)Functional Accountabilities:Implement Therapeutic Milieu:

Implement schedule of activities.Co-lead/lead patient groups.Implement individual Treatment Plans.Implement time outs and seclusion protocols.Maintain safety for patients, families, and staff through continuous assessment and vigilant adherence to all safety protocols and plans.

Assists patients with ADLs:

Assist with general hygiene, rest, activity, and nourishment.Work with patients to foster developmentally appropriate self-care.Provide appropriate classroom accommodations for children with physical disabilities.Administer care to the medically ill child under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Administers educational services:

Administer educational assessments.Provide individualized assignments for the patients based on their academic levels.Administer unit behavioral protocols in the classroom setting.

Safety:

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