Patient Attendant

Munson Healthcare•Traverse City, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Attendant plays a vital role in supporting patient safety by providing continuous observation and maintaining a secure environment for assigned patients. This position is responsible for monitoring patient behavior, redirecting potentially unsafe actions when appropriate, and promptly notifying nursing staff when additional intervention is needed. The Patient Attendant helps prevent patient harm while promoting comfort, dignity, and positive patient experiences through attentive observation and compassionate interaction.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Strong communication and observation skills
Ability to remain alert and focused
Commitment to patient safety and confidentiality
Must be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella.
Must receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.

Responsibilities

Support patient safety by providing continuous observation.
Maintain a secure environment for assigned patients.
Monitor patient behavior.
Redirect potentially unsafe actions when appropriate.
Promptly notify nursing staff when additional intervention is needed.
Prevent patient harm.
Promote comfort, dignity, and positive patient experiences through attentive observation and compassionate interaction.
Never leave the patient unattended.
Help prevent falls, self-harm, and removal of medical equipment.
Do not physically restrain patients.
Maintain continuous visual observation, including during restroom use and other activities.
Communicate respectfully, provide appropriate engagement, and maintain patient confidentiality.
Immediately notify nursing staff of safety concerns, behavior changes, or when additional assistance is needed.