Patient Safety Assistant- Nursing Unit C5A (AW)

Part-Time and Full-Time available

Shift options are:

8hr shift: 3p-11p, 11p-7a

12hr shift: 7a-7p, 7p - 7a

Starting wage $18.00

The Patient Safety Assistant provides direct observation of patients placed on Suicide/Self-Destructive Behavior or other patients requiring continuous supervision, to provide maximum protection and safety of both patients and staff. The Patient Safety Assistant will be under the supervision of the RN accountable for the patient.

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* Performs regular checks of the patient environment to maintain safety and observes patient for behaviors which may indicate potential harm to self and others such as: unpredictability- threatening, aggressive and/or impulsive behavior (whether physical or verbal), homicidal ideation or threats-threatening others' life or well-being, suicidal ideation or threats, and signs of disorientation.
* Provides alert observation through sitting as a 1:1 supervision in patient room; camera monitoring 7 or more patients at one time, or completing every 15-minute safety checks for 4 or more patients. Participates in unit conferences as requested.
* Receives assignment and handoff from charge nurse or nurse in charge of patient prior to entering patient room and then carts patient cares, observations, safety checks, hygiene cares, positioning, and care giver involvement, reporting all observations to RN accountable for patient. Completes required charting or paperwork. Assists with Admission & Discharge Process as directed by unit RN.
* Completes unit/room orientation; reinforces information given to patients. Assists with activities of daily living (ADL's) such as eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, brush hair and teeth, positioning, and ambulation according to practitioner order. Always accompanies patient when out of the room and does not leave a patient unattended.
* Provides age-appropriate interaction, encouragement, support, and reinforces positive behavior with a calm approach, as well as reinforcing behavior/safety plan when appropriate. May use de-escalation techniques (such as crisis management) and assist with physical intervention in accordance with hospital policy.
* Acts as a preceptor of orientation and training of other Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) staff. Identifies own learning needs, seeks assistance, and attends educational programs as needed. Attends annual/mandatory in-services within designated time frame. Participates in educational activities offered by the unit/area/division.
* Assists in maintaining a safe environment by performing frequent environmental checks to ensure patient and staff safety. Cleans the unit/area refrigerators (conference room). Empties non-routine trash and linen bags. Dusts surface areas on the unit/area. Assists unit in maintaining Joint Commission readiness (keeping hallways clear, linen carts covered etc.).

Education:
* Must be a high-school graduate.
* Must complete Patient Safety Assistant education through NCH.

Certifications:
* Current CPR - BLS for Healthcare Provider, required.
* Maintains crisis management training as designated by NCH.

Skills:
* Must possess decent communication skills.
* Must be able to see, hear, speak, read, and perform manual tasks with or without accommodation, and care for oneself with little or no difficulty.
* Must be able to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations such as being verbally or physically confronted in a threatening or aggressive manner.
* Must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions such as noise, conversation, and foot traffic.
* Must be flexible and not easily frustrated in dealing with differences of opinion.
* Demonstrates promptness and consistency in meeting scheduled work commitments.

Experience: Experience in Behavioral Health setting, preferred.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet