Patient Safety Observer, Full-Time

University of Miami•Miami, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepares patients’ rooms for admission by setting up the items needed by the new patient. Orients patients regarding the ir room, bed , storage, bathroom, TV control, and emergency call light system. Assists patien ts with dressing and undressing and places patient s ’ belongings in appropriate places. Assists patients with bathing, oral hygiene, changing bed linens, and evening care . Prepa res patients for meals, collaborates with primary nurse to ensure the appropriate tray is provided and ass ists with feedings. Assists with positi oning, lifting, turning, and ambulating patients . Assists patients with toi leting. R eports immediately any chang es observed in the condition or be havior of the patient. Assists in the discharge process by helping patients pack their belongings and transporting them to the lobby. Follows p roper isolation techniques. S upports the philos ophy of service excellence dail y by initiating positive communication s with patients, family members, nurses , and physicians. U tilize s universal precautions and respects envir onmental safety guidelines. Complies with established measures for infection control, OSHA , and AHCA regulations . Attend s mandatory educational programs and annual in-services. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. T his list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
BLS Certification
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares patients’ rooms for admission by setting up the items needed by the new patient.
Orients patients regarding their room, bed, storage, bathroom, TV control, and emergency call light system.
Assists patients with dressing and undressing and places patient’s belongings in appropriate places.
Assists patients with bathing, oral hygiene, changing bed linens, and evening care.
Prepares patients for meals, collaborates with primary nurse to ensure the appropriate tray is provided and assists with feedings.
Assists with positioning, lifting, turning, and ambulating patients.
Assists patients with toileting.
Reports immediately any changes observed in the condition or behavior of the patient.
Assists in the discharge process by helping patients pack their belongings and transporting them to the lobby.
Follows proper isolation techniques.
Supports the philosophy of service excellence daily by initiating positive communications with patients, family members, nurses, and physicians.
Utilizes universal precautions and respects environmental safety guidelines.
Complies with established measures for infection control, OSHA, and AHCA regulations.
Attends mandatory educational programs and annual in-services.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.