Patient Safety Attendant FT Night
About The Position
At Saint Francis Hospital, the Patient Safety Attendant (PSA) helps maintain a safe and supportive environment for patients. The role involves continuous observation of assigned patients, including behavioral health populations, verbal redirection from at-risk behaviors, and collaboration with nursing staff to support quality care. The attendant assists with activities of daily living, documents observations and interactions, protects patient privacy, communicates during handoffs, responds to changes in behavior or condition, and works with patients in isolation while following proper precautions. This is a full-time night-shift position with a 32-hour workweek and 8-hour shifts listed as 11pm–17am. Saint Francis Hospital is a 617-bed teaching hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center and is part of Trinity Health Of New England.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the AHA or Red Cross.
- Previous hospital experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide continuous visual observation of assigned patients, including behavioral health populations.
- Verbally redirect patients from unsafe behaviors and notify nursing staff of concerns.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Document patient interactions and observations in medical records and handoff reports.
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
- Collaborate with nursing staff and participate in handoff communication.
- Respond quickly to changes in patient behavior or condition.
- Work with patients in isolation while maintaining proper precautions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
- Retirement savings program with employer match.
- Time off, which may include paid time off, vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
- Basic and supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
- Well-being initiative.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities within Trinity Health.
- Supportive team culture and meaningful work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
