Patient Attendant Emergency Department
Ascension•St. Johns, FL
•Onsite
About The Position
This role involves maintaining a constant, active presence at the patient's bedside in the Emergency Department to ensure direct oversight and immediate safety. The Patient Attendant will offer empathetic reassurance and gentle de-escalation for individuals experiencing distress, agitation, or confusion. Responsibilities include proactively removing visible hazards or faulty equipment from the room and reporting environmental issues immediately. The attendant will also accurately record behavioral observations and report any changes in patient condition directly to the supervising RN.
Requirements
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention preferred.
Nice To Haves
- BLS Provider
- Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention
Responsibilities
- Maintain an uninterrupted, active presence at the patient's bedside to ensure direct oversight and immediate safety.
- Offer empathetic reassurance and gentle de-escalation for individuals experiencing distress, agitation, or confusion.
- Proactively remove visible hazards or faulty equipment from the room and report environmental issues immediately.
- Accurately record behavioral observations and report any changes in patient condition directly to the supervising RN.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
