Concord Hospital Laconia Franklin patient safety attendant per diem

Responsibilities

• Communicates with patients and significant others in a respectful manner.
• Orients patient and/or significant other(s) to situation and surroundings.
• Documents care provided and reports to the RN observations of patient’s physical, social and mental status.
• Maintains appropriate boundaries with patients.
• Always ensures continuous supervision of patients.
• Communicates with patients and significant others in a respectful manner.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Adheres to relevant policies, procedures and standards.
• Assists patients with basic needs such as ordering meals, eating, mobility and bathroom assistance for appropriate patients.

Requirements

• Demonstrates ability to perform as a team member and effective communicator.
• Must be 18 Years of age or older.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• American Heart Association Heart Saver within 6 months of hire.
• Management of Aggressive Behavior within 6 months of hire.

Skills

• Sensitivity and respect for the patient, family and/or significant other(s).
• A calm, confident manner.
• Good communication, listening and observation skills.
• Identifies risks such as falls or self-harm and promptly alerts the team to intervene early.
• Maintains infection prevention standards.
• Collaborates closely with the healthcare team to foster a culture of compassion, respect and teamwork.
• Supports and participates in the organization’s continuous quality improvement program.
• Recognizes a patient emergency and respond appropriately.
• Assist in preparing patient meal tray for patients as directed by the RN.
• Assist with ambulation and mobilization activities for those patients that are independent.

Benefits

• Available to work shifts including day, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Per Diems are required to work a minimum of 24 clinical hours every 4 weeks, which will include at least 1 weekend shift and at least 1 summer holiday and 1 winter holiday or difficult-to-fill shift around the observed summer and winter holidays.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Varies based on departmental needs.