Safety Attendant (Behavioral Health)

The Safety Attendant provides one-on-one observation of selected patients for the purpose of identifying behaviors which are potentially hazardous to self or others in accordance with facility policies and procedures; reports needs and concerns to a licensed nurse.

Education

• A High School Diploma or GED, required.

Experience

• Previous hospital experience, preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• De-Escalation Techniques (within 90 days of employment), required.
• Life Support Responder (within 90 days of employment), required.
• Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) Training (within 90 days after completion of De-Escalation Training), required.

Additional Skills Required

• Knowledgeable regarding guidelines for infection control, body substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics.
• Maintains acceptable standards set by those guidelines.
• Ability to work with all age groups or act as a companion.
• Basic computer skills for documentation.