Patient Safety Assistant - FLEX - PT .6 NIGHTS

Maintains patient safety from self and environment.

• Maintains documentation of behavior observations and safety concerns and reports to RN.
• Gives clear simple directions to patient(s) and reinforces teaching and orientation to patient.
• Uses verbal de-escalation techniques to redirect patients.
• Follows direction from the RN about safety for the patient and the environment of care.

Makes sure the patient is comfortable and can eat, feed, and move around as needed based on instructions from the RN.

Maintains effective communication with the patient, including reporting any unusual observations and adjusting the environment to keep the patient safe.

• Recognizes and reports abnormal observations.
• Maintains knowledge and practice of safe body mechanics.
• Knows the fire plan and escape routes for patient and self.

Shows competence by regularly completing proficiency tests, demonstrating skills, and practicing core standards for service excellence.

Assesses the physical needs and functional status of the patient to provide appropriate care.

Performs other duties as assigned.