Patient Safety Attendant Emergency Department PRN

Part-time Patient Safety Attendant position at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Ontario, OR, supporting the Clinical Support Team in the Emergency Department.

About the role

Patient Safety Attendants support a safe environment for patients by providing continuous observation and surveillance in various departments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain visual observation of assigned patient(s) at all times, and verbally redirect the patient in person or over a 2-way audio device as appropriate.
• Provide a first line of action by verbally redirecting patients from engaging in at-risk behaviors and notifying staff of patient's needs and/or alert them in the case of an emergency.
• Document observations on the observation flow sheet every 15–30 minutes and participate in the handoff of pertinent information to fellow staff members.
• Assist licensed nursing staff with care and seek assistance or advice when a patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in a hospital or current enrollment as a college student in a medical discipline is helpful.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS/HCP) certification from AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network preferred but not required.

Benefits

Day-one benefits for colleagues. Comprehensive package includes:

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement
• College savings plans for family
• Multiple life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Programs

Market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. The organization emphasizes work-life balance amid the outdoor recreation lifestyle of Idaho and Oregon.

Schedule

Shifts may include weekdays, weekends, or holidays; schedule may vary. Specific days of the week are not guaranteed.

About the organization

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based, not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada. It operates 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Recognized as a Top 15 Health System by IBM Watson Health, the region’s most advanced Level II Trauma Center, and a Commission on Cancer Accredited Program. The mission emphasizes patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based care rooted in dignity and inclusion.