Patient Safety Associate, per diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Winchester, MA

7d • $18 - $24

About The Position

The Patient Safety Associate is part of Winchester Hospital’s Patient Care Services team and performs duties under the direction of a registered nurse. The role supports patients designated as a risk to themselves and assists with mobility, meals, personal care, communication, emotional support, and maintaining a clean and tidy patient room.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with patients, visitors, and hospital team members.

Responsibilities

• Watch over patients designated as a risk to themselves.
• Assist patients with walking.
• Communicate effectively with members of the patient care team throughout the shift.
• Complete a thorough handoff with other Patient Safety Associates and registered nurses.
• Assist with meals and nourishment by setting up trays, feeding patients, and helping patients eat.
• Engage patients and family members in conversation and provide basic emotional support.
• Assist patients with personal and oral hygiene setup and dressing.
• Keep the room clean and tidy to improve the experience of patients and family members.

What This Job Offers

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