Safety Partner

About the Role

A Safety Partner promotes a safe environment for individuals who are unable to be left alone for long periods of time and require consistent monitoring. This may include individuals affected by age, frailty, physical and/or mental disability, or other conditions. The role is non-clinical; if the patient requires clinical or personal care (e.g., bathing, transfers), a CNA will be assigned for those duties.

Effective August 1, 2018, after adequate training on gait belt and body mechanics, the Safety Partner will assist patients to the restroom.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 1 year of patient care experience (Preferred)

License and Certifications

• AHA (American Heart Association) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 120 days (Required)
• CPT (Crisis Prevention Training) within 180 days (Required)

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission, and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (e.g., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services, requirements, and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, attends training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.