Patient Safety Associate

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

12h

About The Position

The Patient Safety Associate supports nursing staff by continuously observing assigned patients while on duty. The role is accountable to the clinical nurse or clinical charge nurse responsible for coordinating unit activities, and assignments are provided by the staffing office. The associate provides excellent service to customers and communicates effectively with team members.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor the assigned patient and surrounding environment for safety.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to staff inquiries and patient requests.
• Recognize patient behavior cues and report relevant circumstances directly to nursing staff.
• Maintain a safe environment by ensuring safety alarms are on and removing or identifying unsafe items and tripping hazards.
• Ambulate patients and assist them in and out of bed or chairs with approval from the charge nurse or RN.
• Set up meal trays for patients who can feed themselves.
• Remain alert while observing patients; do not use a cell phone, text, or engage in heavy reading while actively observing in the patient room.
• Document observations throughout the shift and according to protocol.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED