Patient Safety Technician- Per diem

Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital•Townshend, VT

About The Position

Under the direction of the Charge Nurse or Nursing Director, the Patient Safety Technician works as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to assist with patient and unit needs. The role also performs clerical duties and other tasks to help maintain a well-supplied, safe, and clean patient unit. Care, treatments, and services are provided within the LNA scope of practice as delegated and supervised by an LPN or RN. The position is per diem and pays $18–$21 per hour based on experience. A high school diploma or GED is required. Current AHA BLS certification is required within three months of hire.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Current AHA BLS certification required within three months.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Excellent organizational, customer service, and prioritization skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide care, treatments, and services within the LNA scope of practice as delegated and supervised by an LPN or RN.
Assist patients and the unit efficiently and appropriately as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
Perform clerical duties and tasks to maintain a well-supplied, safe, and clean patient unit.
Stock equipment and supplies and monitor items for expiration.
Immediately report observed changes in a patient’s behavior or condition to the primary nurse, and inform the RN or LPN of patient complaints related to health.
Call the appropriate emergency code when needed.
Assist patients with ambulation and mobilization safely.
Assist staff with dressing and undressing patients, and secure clothing and belongings according to company standards to ensure patient safety.
Assist with delivery and setup of meal trays.
Document observations, including restraints, in the medical record as instructed and within designated timeframes.
Protect patient confidentiality and discuss patient information only with the assigned nurse and physician.
Communicate professionally and empathetically with patients, listen to and acknowledge complaints, and refer concerns to the nurse.
Answer call lights and obtain appropriate resources to address patient needs.
Perform hourly rounding for patient experience and safety checks according to unit standards.
Transport patients within the hospital as needed.
Answer telephones and complete other assigned clerical duties.
Assist with maintaining overall unit organization and cleanliness.