Patient Safety Attendant - Staffing Office/Float Pool, Part Time Days

About the role

Under the direction of the RN this position will perform companionship duties for hospitalized patients to ensure patient safety. The position is responsible for staying with a patient for the duration of their assignment and promotes positive relationships with patient/family and hospital staff.

Schedule

Hours: 7 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe the patient’s activity and behavior to ensure a safe and comfortable environment.
• Communicate regularly with the RN and report changes in patient condition, problems, concerns, and visual observations, including behaviors that could result in harm to self or others.
• Obtain vital signs and communicate findings to RN, as requested.
• Assist patients with hygiene needs as appropriate.
• Assist the RN/CNA with linen changes and repositioning the patient.
• Support the RN with accurate measurement and reporting of intake.
• Assist the patient with nourishment/meals.
• Maintain patient environment in a safe and orderly manner.
• Accompany patients to medical procedures and tests, maintaining observation during the procedures.
• Ensure coverage by the RN or designee prior to leaving patient unattended.
• Document duties performed in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand written orders.
• Ability to write reports in English.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR certification required at hire.

Physical Requirements

• Constant (67‑100% of workday) use of arms and hands.
• Frequent (34‑66% of workday) standing, walking, and sitting.
• Occasional (0‑33% of workday) bending, stooping, and squatting.
• Ability to lift 35 lb and push/pull up to 20 lb.
• Auditory and visual skills, including color determination.

Mental Requirements

• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Effective communication and collaboration with a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Capacity to cope with difficult situations.
• Ability to tolerate irregular hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements & Exposure Hazards

• Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals.
• Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Pay

Compensation Pay Range: $17.00 – $17.00