Patient Safety Assistant Per Diem

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and continuous observation of patient at a distance no greater than arm’s length from patient.
• Participates in patient rounding as and when directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Ensures environmental safety for patient.
• Answers call lights and ensures patient care issues are directed to the Registered Nurse.
• Restocks department supplies and precautions stations.
• Transports patients within the department and to in-hospital locations as needed.
• Cleans patient equipment following the designated process.
• Completes patient safety sitter competency.
• Completes all required documentation for patient care.
• Communicates any and all changes in patient behavior to the Registered Nurse.
• Involves as directed with quality improvement studies and activities specific to the unit.
• Considers specific cultural beliefs and practices when caring for patients.
• Utilizes interpreter services for patients with limited English proficiency.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED/or enrolled and near completion of High School Health Sciences program.
• 0 - 1 years of experience.
• Basic Life Support current certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Completes Hospital approved de-escalation training during unit based orientation.

Pay

The pay range listed for this position is $18.00 - $24.23 per hour. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors including seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.