Patient Safety Assistant - Day Shift

Henry Ford Health • Clinton Township, MI

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About The Position

The Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) provides a safe environment for patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role includes patient observation and assistance with feeding, bathing, toileting, and ambulating, as well as engaging patients in activities they enjoy and providing companionship. The PSA maintains a commitment to Henry Ford Health System’s philosophy, mission, and values. When working at the monitor, the PSA recognizes and reports observed changes to the RN according to protocol.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient changes.
• Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Basic computer operation skills.
• Efficiency in multitasking.
• Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations.
• Successful completion of BLS Heartsaver during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe environment for patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Observe patients.
• Assist patients with feeding, bathing, toileting, and ambulating.
• Engage patients in activities they enjoy, such as reading or playing cards.
• Provide companionship.
• When working at the monitor, recognize and report observed patient changes to the RN according to protocol.
• Maintain a commitment to Henry Ford Health System’s philosophy, mission, and values.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED