Temporary Patient Safety Attendant Float Pool (Days)

Position Purpose

Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, ID is hiring a Patient Safety Attendant for our Clinical Support Team (Float Pool). Patient Safety Attendants support a safe environment for patients by providing continuous observation and surveillance in various departments.

Schedule Information

• This is a temporary PRN position
• Hours are from 7am-7:30pm
• Shifts may include weekdays, weekends or holidays and schedule may vary
• Specific days of the week are not guaranteed

What You Will Do

• Maintain visual observation of assigned patient(s) at all times, and verbally redirect the patient in person or over a 2-way audio device as appropriate
• Provide a first line of action by verbally redirecting patients from engaging in at-risk behaviors and notifying staff of patient's needs and/or alert them in the case of an emergency
• Document observations on the observation flow sheet every 15-30 minutes and participate in the handoff of pertinent information to fellow staff members
• Assist licensed nursing staff with care and seek assistance or advice when a patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
• Previous experience in a hospital or a college student in a medical discipline is helpful
• Basic Life Support for HealthCare Provider (BLS/HCP) certification from either AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network preferred but not required

Benefits

• Day 1 Benefits for colleagues including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and more
• Market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one
• Retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop
• Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow

About Saint Alphonsus Health System

• Faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities
• 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations
• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health
• The region's most advanced Trauma Center (Level II)
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program