Patient Safety Champion - Mental Health Unit/Samaritan Hospital - FT 12hr days

Trinity Health•Troy, NY

5d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct hands-on patient care to patients with mental illness in a secure mental health unit as well as providing additional support to ensure our culture of safety. The Patient Safety Champion plays a critical role in promoting a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff.

Requirements

High School Diploma – Associates or Bachelors preferred
2 Years Full Time Direct Patient Care in health or behavioral health setting
De-Escalating patients
Motivational interviewing
Mental health first aide
Evidence base intervention
NYS Security License
BLS Certification
Must meet Vision and hearing standards with or without correction
Must meet physical lifting requirements of 35 lbs. or more
Must attend PCT Classroom Training - 1 week M-F 8a-4p
Mandatory Certifications that must be maintained: Crisis Prevention / De-escalating Training, Security Guard DCJS 8 Hour Annual Course
Adherence to policies and procedures as outlined in the SPHP policies regarding: Standard precautions, Blood borne Pathogens, Disposal of needles, syringes and sharps, Cleanup procedures for blood and body fluid spills, storage, handling and disposal of medical waste
Will successfully complete and pass annual competency requirements.

Responsibilities

Rounding on Mental Health Units
Assisting with Direct Patient Care
Assist in conducting therapeutic activities
Responsible for visitation management
May perform assigned patient care activities and will aid will all aspects of patient’s bath, personal care and assist with providing patient nourishment.
Workplace Violence Prevention
Environmental Safety Checks
Emergency Preparedness
Security collaboration
Compliance and reporting
Education Advocacy