Patient Safety Officer

About the role

The Patient Safety Officer – Nursing Float Pool is responsible for the continuous improvement of total quality care as it relates to providing Patient Observation Companion / Sitter services to patients. This includes providing close and/or continuous observation of adult and geriatric patients who may be at risk for adverse events such as falls, self-injury or harm to others. Additionally, the role involves performing safety rounds on designated units and monitoring cameras on the Psychiatry unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct observation of patients as directed by the nursing plan of care and under the supervision of the charge nurse and/or nursing manager.
• Aid nursing and security staff in creating, maintaining, and providing a safe environment.
• Report on changes in the condition of patients to the appropriate charge nurse and other staff members.
• Maintain constant monitoring of patient status, anticipate and intervene as necessary, and obtain immediate assistance when needed to ensure a safe and protective environment.
• Perform safety rounds on assigned units.
• Assist nursing staff in emergency situations.
• Maintain confidentiality consistent with HIPAA and Illinois Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code.
• Work as a team member to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Ability to achieve Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for HealthCare Workers or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification for HealthCare workers during the orientation period.
• Educated on and compliant with certification requirements for CPI during the orientation period.
• Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions, and OSHA standards for healthcare professionals.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g., face mask, goggles, latex/non-latex gloves) as needed.
• Able to work effectively within role independently and with other team members.
• Able to organize and complete work in a timely manner.
• Able to read, write, and effectively communicate in English.
• Able to understand medical terminology.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• CPR for HealthCare Workers or BCLS certification for HealthCare workers during the orientation period.
• CPI certification during the orientation period.
• Compliance with Infection Control, Standard Precautions, and OSHA standards for healthcare professionals.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as needed.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Organizational and time management abilities.
• English reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Understanding of medical terminology.

Skills

• Observation and reporting skills.
• Emergency response and intervention skills.
• Confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans (Medical/Dental/Vision).
• Employer-Matching Retirement Plans.
• Qualifying employment for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free parking.
• Competitive salaries.
• Community focus with a Collaborative Culture.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Serving a diverse population and making a real impact on their health journey.

Pay

The estimated range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00 per hour. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Schedule

Nights Shift