Patient Safety Attendant (PSA)

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Cleveland, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Safety Attendant remains with patients to provide the level of observation delegated by the Registered Nurse and helps maintain a safe environment. The role documents information required during patient observation, communicates relevant patient information to the Registered Nurse during handoffs, and alerts the licensed nurse to immediate patient safety, patient care, and staff needs. The attendant also assists the nursing team in maintaining a ligature-resistant or ligature-free environment as appropriate and fosters positive, professional communication between patients and staff. The role requires adherence to all policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• CPI certification required before conducting patient observation.
• Must speak and understand English in understandable terms.
• Must have manual and finger dexterity and intact sight, hearing, smell, and touch.
• Must be able to walk, stand, sit, bend, push, and pull.
• Must be able to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment and remain with patients to provide the appropriate level of observation as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
• Document information required during the patient observation experience.
• Conduct handoff communication with the Registered Nurse about pertinent patient information.
• Assist the nursing team in maintaining a ligature-resistant or ligature-free environment as appropriate to the clinical setting.
• Notify and update the licensed nurse about immediate patient safety, patient care, and staff needs.
• Foster positive and professional communication between patients and staff.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
• Financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation, premium pay opportunities, incentive pay for select positions, and potential annual performance-based increases

What This Job Offers

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