Job description

• POSITION SUMMARY

  • The Patient Safety Attendant is responsible for focused monitoring of patient safety through direct 1:1 visual monitoring, or continuous visual observation, or camera monitoring, for patients that require an increased level of observation. The Patient Safety Attendant promotes and maintains a safe environment, and alerts clinical staff to patient safety issues that arise.

• PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain visual observation of patient safety as outlined in facility policies and procedures for patients that require an increased level of observation

  • Demonstrate sensitivity and respect to the patient, family and/or significant other(s).

  • Maintain and document frequent safety observation checks

  • Identify and report patient safety concerns to clinical staff.

  • When assigned to the 1:1 observation of a patient, does not leave the patient until relieved by another staff person

  • Accompany patient to diagnostic testing and procedures, maintaining observation of the patient during testing or procedures.

  • Discuss with assigned nurse, guidelines for any conversation or appropriate activities with the patient.

  • Primary responsibility is to stay with and/or observe the patient and assure his/her safety.

  • Does not engage in activities that would distract from observing the patient, such as reading, studying, socializing, using personal telephone, or watching television.

  • Report patient behavior details to assigned RN as needed, as well as to oncoming relief staff at the end of the shift.

  • Communicate and interact with internal and external customers of various ages.

  • Engage in therapeutic activities with patients as appropriate, and only after consultation with the RN. Examples may include music, games, or reading.

  • Comply with infection control precaution standards.

  • Comply with safety and security policies of the hospital.

  • Perform other duties as required.

• POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education -

    • High School diploma or equivalent required.

  • Licensure/certification -

    • CPI completion within three (3) months of hire.

    • BLS for Behavioral Health positions.

  • Experience -

    • Previous experience in a health care setting performing similar functions preferred.

  • Abilities -

    • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.

    • Ability to follow policy and procedural instructions.

    • Ability to provide weekend/holiday coverage based on department needs.

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