Patient Safety Attendant (PSA) - PRN - Nights (7p - 7:30a)

Mary Washington Healthcare • Fredericksburg, WA

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About The Position

Under the direction of the RN, the Patient Safety Attendant performs companionship duties for hospitalized patients to help ensure their safety. The attendant remains with the patient for the duration of the assignment and promotes positive relationships with patients, families, and hospital staff.

The role includes continuously observing patient activity and behavior, communicating observations and changes to the RN, assisting with appropriate patient care and comfort needs, and documenting duties in the electronic medical record. Patient Safety Attendants may accompany patients to procedures and tests and must ensure coverage by the RN or designee before leaving a patient unattended.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand written orders.
• Ability to write reports in English.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR certification required at hire.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask, communicate effectively, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to cope with difficult situations and tolerate irregular hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to use arms and hands constantly; stand, walk, and sit frequently; and bend, stoop, and squat occasionally.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds and push and pull up to 20 pounds.
• Auditory and visual skills, including color determination.
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment when needed.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe the patient's activity and behavior to maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
• Regularly communicate with the RN and report changes in patient condition, problems, concerns, visual observations, and behaviors that could result in harm to the patient or others.
• Obtain vital signs and communicate findings to the RN when requested.
• Assist patients with hygiene needs as appropriate.
• Assist the RN or CNA with linen changes and repositioning patients.
• Support the RN with accurate measurement and reporting of intake.
• Assist patients with nourishment and meals.
• Maintain a safe and orderly patient environment.
• Accompany patients to medical procedures and tests and maintain observation during them.
• Ensure coverage by the RN or designee before leaving a patient unattended.
• Document duties performed in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED