Patient Safety Associate

Position Summary: Under the supervision of an RN, provides close, continuous observation of patients who may be at risk for adverse events such as falls, self-injury or harm to others. Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment. Provides assistance with activities of daily living, unless the patient needs are such that adverse health consequences are predictable.

Dept:
Nursing Float Pool

Hours per pay period: 72

Schedule : 7a-7:30p

Position Summary: Under the supervision of an RN, provides close, continuous observation of patients who may be at risk for adverse events such as falls, self-injury or harm to others. Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment. Provides assistance with activities of daily living, unless the patient needs are such that adverse health consequences are predictable.

Responsibilities:

• Obtains verbal report from the patient s nurse to include information regarding the patient s identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers, as well as any special consideration (NPO, bed alarms, etc.).
• Positions self in patient room at bedside to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the nurse.
• Obtains instruction from nurse regarding ambulation limitations and course of action for redirection of patient if needed.
• May not transport patient for testing and procedures off the unit but must accompany and remain within arm s length of patient unless otherwise directed by the person performing the test or procedure.
• Provides for patient comfort, safety, and satisfaction. Maintains patient environment in a safe and orderly manner.
• Functions cooperatively as a team member. Responds as directed by responsible nurse to changing patients /unit s needs. During a patient or environmental emergency, may serve as a runner or transport for patients as directed.
• Communicates in a professional manner and demonstrates respect for patient, families/significant other and other health care members.
• Accurately and legibly records data collected and notifies RN of any untoward events, i.e., behavioral changes, violent behavior, etc.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• State Certified Nursing Assistant.
• One year of experience in a medical setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates ability to provide a safe and therapeutic environment based on the age of the patients served.
• Well-developed communications and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated skill in problem solving and working effectively with people.
• Well-developed communication and listening skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA including patient rights, privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to understand, interpret, explain, and use data.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Additional Information

• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Requisition :
• Daily Work Times: 7a-7:30p
• Hours Per Pay Period: 72
• On Call:
  Yes
• Weekends:
  Yes