Temporary Patient Safety Attendant Float Pool (Nights)

Position Purpose

Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Nampa, ID is hiring Patient Safety Attendants 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

• This is a temporary PRN position scheduled for 12hr shifts from 7pm-7:30am
• Shifts may include weekends, weekdays or holidays and schedule may vary
• Specific days of the week are not guaranteed

Benefits

• Day 1 Benefits for colleagues! Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and more
• Benefits for your future include 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
• Market-competitive pay, generous PTO

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

Responsibilities

• 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