Patient Safety Observer, Full Time
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Prepares patients’ rooms for admission by setting up the items needed by the new patient.
- Orients patients regarding their room, bed, storage, bathroom, TV control, and emergency call light system.
- Affords assistance to patients with dressing and undressing and places patients' belongings in appropriate places.
- Affords assistance to patients with bathing, oral hygiene, changing bed linens, and evening care.
- Collaborates with primary nurse to ensure the appropriate tray is provided and affords assistance with feedings.
- Affords assistance with positioning, lifting, turning, and ambulating patients.
- Affords assistance with toileting.
- Reports immediately any changes observed in the condition or behavior of the patient.
- Affords assistance in the discharge process by helping patients pack their belongings and transporting them to the lobby.
- Follows proper isolation techniques.
- Supports the philosophy of service excellence daily by initiating positive communications with patients, family members, nurses, and physicians.
- Utilizes universal precautions and respects environmental safety guidelines.
- Complies with established measures for infection control, OSHA, and AHCA regulations.
- Attends mandatory educational programs and annual in-services.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- A valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
- Knowledge, skills and attitudes: Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships, commitment to the University’s core values, ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment, ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
PAY
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
SCHEDULE
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
BENEFITS
The University of Miami offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
LOCATION
UHealth Tower
SHIFT
3 Days/12 Hour Shifts (Days Vary)
COMPANY
The University of Miami – Hospital
JOB STATUS
Full time
EMPLOYEE TYPE
Staff