MID SHIFT PATIENT EXPERIENCE & SAFETY SPECIALIST- RMC 3RD CARDIAC TELE (PT 7a-7p)

Schedule Requirements

• 7am-7pm

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Purposeful Rounding & Proactive Care
  Perform purposeful rounding at established intervals with focus on:
  Pain
  Positioning
  Personal needs (toileting)
  Possessions within reach (call light, phone, water)
  Anticipate patient needs to reduce call light usage and improve responsiveness.
  Provide timely comfort measures such as repositioning assistance, hydration, and environmental adjustments.
  Observe patients closely and promptly report changes in condition or behavior to the RN.

• Fall Prevention & Safety
  Monitor patients identified as fall risk and ensure safety interventions are in place.
  Maintain a safe, clutter-free patient environment.
  Ensure call lights, personal items, and safety equipment are within reach.
  Reinforce use of call light and safety precautions with patients and families.
  Escalate safety concerns immediately to nursing staff.

• Patient Experience & Daily Care
  Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as toileting, hygiene, grooming, feeding, and comfort care as appropriate.
  Provide respectful, patient-centered care that supports dignity and privacy.
  Respond promptly to patient requests and communicate delays or concerns appropriately.
  Accurately document care and observations per organizational standards.

• Team Collaboration
  Partner with RNs and the interdisciplinary team to support patient care goals.
  Communicate patient needs, concerns, and observations clearly and in a timely manner.
  Participate in unit huddles, safety rounds, and handoffs as assigned.
  Serve as a visible, approachable caregiver during high-volume mid-shift hours.

Employee Health Requirements

• Exposure/Sensory Requirements: Refer to MSDS sheets
• Video Display Terminals: Average
• Blood and Body Fluids: Depends on patients’ diagnosis, exposure to urine, blood, stool, vomitus, AIDS, Herpes
• TB or Airborne Pathogens: High risk-sputum, secretions, coughing
• Activity/Lifting Requirements: Mid Shift (Midday)