Safety Partner
Phoebe Putney Health System•Albany, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
A Safety Partner is intended to promote a safe environment for individuals who are unable to be left alone for long periods of time, and who require consistent monitoring. This condition could be caused by age, frailty, physical and/or mental disability, or other conditions. The Safety Partner role is non-clinical. If the patient requires clinical or personal care, i.e. bathing, transfers, a CNA will be assigned for those duties. Effective 8-1-18, after adequate training on gait belt and body mechanics, safety partner will assist patients to the restroom.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (Required)
- AHA (American Heart Association) Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPT (Crisis Prevention Training) both to be obtained within 120 days of hire
Nice To Haves
- 0 - 1 year Patient Care Experience (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
- Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
- Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
- Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
- Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
- Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
- For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
- Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
Benefits
- outstanding benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
