Safety Attendant

Overview

Safety Attendant role at UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper. Night shift Positions Available: 7p-7a.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

Safety Attendant
Job Code: NU1033

Classification:
Nonexempt

Job Summary:

The Safety Attendant provides one-on-one observation of selected patients to identify behaviors potentially hazardous to self or others, in accordance with facility policies and procedures. The incumbent reports needs and concerns to a licensed nurse.

• Assists/provides patient care throughout the entire patient experience under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse.
• Assists in room turnaround, including cleaning of equipment, supplies, and environment.
• Organizes supplies and equipment as needed.
• Obtains and documents vital signs as prescribed.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members; communicates effectively and professionally with all members of the interdisciplinary team, patients, and providers.
• Resolves conflicts independently as appropriate.
• Understands concepts of sterile and non-sterile techniques and assists with patient care while complying with Department, Hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Administers medication as prescribed by the physician appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Adheres to safety measures and infection control guidelines; completes de-escalation/related training as required.
• The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Previous hospital experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.
• Licensure: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing; knowledge of infection control, body substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics; maintains standards per guidelines; completes a de-escalation class within 90 days of hire.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Ability to work with elderly patients or act as a companion.

Physical Demand Code: 20D, Other Technicians/Assistants
Work Function/Activity:
Medium to Heavy Physical Demand
The job requires standing and walking continuously and frequently bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and legible writing. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment.

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask, for infection prevention:
  Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed:
  Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out-of-town as needed:
  Yes

Note:

This description reflects the role as described by UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.