Patient Safety Attendant Emergency Dept

Trinity Health•Silver Spring, MD

2d•$17 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Maintains safety and security of patients at all times by assisting nursing staff in the monitoring of patients on emergency petition, with mental health diagnosis (such as psychiatric conditions and suicidal ideology), as well as behavioral health issues. Assists in providing a safe environment for cognitively impaired, disoriented, manic and/or patients who may self-harm. Communicates and collaborates with care team members to support the provision of safe, high-quality health care. All duties described will be carried out under the direction, discretion, and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary. Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Health.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
BLS/CPR certification required
Possesses a broad practical understanding of life experience and the ability to relate to individuals with behavioral or mental health disorders.
Ability to successfully complete required training and demonstrate associated knowledge and skills.
Computer and audiovisual skills using various applications and technologies: Internet, email, word processing, wireless phone, electronic medical record.
Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
Effectively read, speak, write, compose and comprehend English.
Effective eye and hand coordination.
Effective problem-solving skills.
Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize.
Ability to work well and effectively communicate with individuals and teams.
Must be able to independently: (a) lift patients/patient care equipment up to 35 pounds, (b) push, pull, and move patients and patient care equipment, (c) bend body downward at the waist and be able to kneel, (d) utilize a computer for periods of time throughout the shift, (e) perform fine motor skills both upper extremities.
Must be able to identify and distinguish auditory alarms in noisy environments.

Nice To Haves

Nursing assistant certification preferred
Previous experience in an acute healthcare facility with mental health or psychiatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains safety and security of patients at all times by assisting nursing staff in the monitoring of patients on emergency petition, with mental health diagnosis (such as psychiatric conditions and suicidal ideology), as well as behavioral health issues.
Assists in providing a safe environment for cognitively impaired, disoriented, manic and/or patients who may self-harm.
Communicates and collaborates with care team members to support the provision of safe, high-quality health care.
All duties described will be carried out under the direction, discretion, and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary.
Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Health.