Patient Safety Attendant - Atrium Health Cabarrus PRN

About the role

Patient Safety Attendants are needed to maintain a safe environment and observe patients as delegated by the Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment and remain with patient always to provide the appropriate level of observation to patient as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
• Appropriately document information that is required during the patient observation experience.
• Perform handoff communication with the Registered Nurse regarding pertinent patient information.
• Absorb and communicate immediate patient safety, patient care, and staff needs to the licensed nurse.
• Foster positive and professional communication between patients and staff.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• CPI certification required prior to conducting patient observation.

Qualifications

• Work requires walking, standing, sitting, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Must speak and understand English in good understandable terms.
• Must have manual and finger dexterity.
• Intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, touch.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Knowledge of basic patient observation techniques.
• Understanding of hospital policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Education Assistance Program.

Pay

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Schedule

PRN: Minimum of 36-hours worked within a 6-week scheduling period.