Patient Safety Assistant

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 observing patients and assisting with feeding, bathing, toileting, and ambulating, as well as engaging patients in activities they enjoy, such as reading or playing cards, and providing companionship. The PSA maintains a commitment to the philosophy, mission, and values of Henry Ford Health. When working at the monitor, the PSA recognizes and reports observed changes to the RN according to protocol. This is a contingent midnight-shift position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset.
• 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 and report observed changes to the RN according to protocol when working at the monitor.
• Assist patients with feeding, bathing, toileting, and ambulating.
• Engage patients in activities they enjoy, such as reading or playing cards, and provide companionship.
• Maintain a commitment to the philosophy, mission, and values of Henry Ford Health.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED