Patient Safety Aide
About The Position
The Patient Safety Aide reports to the Nurse Manager and works under the direct supervision of the RN caring for the assigned patient. The role provides continuous patient safety observation and requires reporting unsafe behaviors. The aide observes the patient in the assigned room to help prevent harm to the patient or others, including suicide attempts, falls, self-injury, removal of IVs or dressings, and leaving the hospital against medical advice. The role also involves effective teamwork, seeking assistance when needed, keeping team members informed of changes, and providing quality care and exceptional customer service.
Requirements
- CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of a Nurse Aide Program.
- Less than one year of experience with patients in acute care or a nursing home.
Responsibilities
- Observe the assigned patient in the patient's room to help ensure the patient does not harm themselves or others.
- Watch for and help prevent suicide attempts, falls, self-injury, removal of IVs or dressings, or leaving the hospital against medical advice.
- Work effectively as a team member and independently, seeking assistance as needed.
- Keep team members informed of changes and work closely with them to provide quality care and customer service.
- Provide exceptional customer service to patients and other customers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
