Nursing Administration Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) - Part Time

Bartlett Careers • Juneau, AK

18d

About The Position

The Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) provides continuous monitoring of patients who are confused, disoriented, or at risk of self-harm, ensuring their safety under the direction of nursing leadership. The role includes both in-person and virtual observation, requiring constant attention and effective communication with patients, families, and clinical staff. The Observer promptly reports any changes in patient condition while maintaining appropriate coverage at all times. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to document accurately to support safe, coordinated patient care.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing; candidates for whom English is a second language (ESL) must successfully pass an English proficiency assessment.
• TEAM and BLS within three (3) months of hire
• Produce a negative drug screen for all illegal substances in the State of Alaska prior to the start of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare or patient care experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous monitoring of patients who are confused, disoriented, or at risk of self-harm, ensuring their safety under the direction of nursing leadership.
• Includes both in-person and virtual observation, requiring constant attention and effective communication with patients, families, and clinical staff.
• Promptly reports any changes in patient condition while maintaining appropriate coverage at all times.
• Supports safe, coordinated patient care through strong communication skills and accurate documentation.

Benefits

• Step placement and rate of pay will be determined based on applicable Rules or Union Contract Terms (for internal hires)
• Step placement and rate of pay are determined based on relevant experience (for external hires)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED