Patient Safety Companion

DCH Health System • Tuscaloosa, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Patient Safety Assistant provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. First line of action is to verbally redirect the patient from engaging in at safety risk behaviors. Summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Demonstrates knowledge in the software and equipment and has the ability to ensure equipment is working properly. Rounds on patients who are video monitored.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider required within 30 days of employment in Patient Safety Companion role.
• Must have basic computer skills to support the use of electronic medical record, e- mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Reliable transportation to support assignment between two facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Previous patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency in the use of AvaSys Telesitter continuous video monitoring equipment and software.
• Maintains visual observation of assigned patients at all times.
• Verbally redirect patients over digital 2-way audio device that is in the patient room.
• Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate care to this patient population based on the patient’s individualized plan.
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when placing on the AvaSys Telesitter continuous video monitor.
• Provides patient/family education on use of video monitoring system as necessary.
• Escalates to Administrative Supervisor immediately if patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues.
• Demonstrates ability to set-up and maintain proper function of equipment and software.
• Performs basic computer and Microsoft Windows skills.
• Demonstrates efficiency and ability to prioritize simultaneous situations.
• Performs continuous video monitoring of up to 10 patients on one screen at one time remaining alert at all times while on duty.
• Accurately documents care provided according to policies and procedures.
• Performs initial and annual competency per job class. Specific ages: adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Applies safety principles and proper body mechanics to the performance of specific techniques of personal and supportive care, such as ambulation of patients, transferring patients, assisting with normal range of motion and positioning.
• Participates in economical utilization of supplies and ensures that equipment and nursing units are maintained in a clean, safe manner.
• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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