Under the supervision of a nurse, the Patient Safety Attendant provides continuous observation and monitoring for high-risk patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Always maintains direct line of sight with patient, including while family and/or visitors are in the room. Accompanies patient and ensures patient safety during transportation, testing and procedures occurring away from the patient’s normal environment. Demonstrates caring and empathy in interactions. Treats all patients with courtesy and respect. Monitors patient physical and emotional condition and communicates any changes in status to nursing staff. Ensures the patient environment is free of obstacles and minimizes risk of falls and accidental or intentional self-harm. Seeks immediate assistance for escalating incidents. Creates clear, accurate documentation on patient status and activity. May assist with basic activities of daily living. May perform light cleaning of patient room. May assist with serving and collecting food trays. Protects patient confidentiality in accordance with all privacy and HIPAA laws. Demonstrates clear ownership of workplace and patient safety. Reports mistakes, near misses, adverse events and quality and safety concerns. Participates in the development and implementation of safety and quality improvement activities. Must demonstrate ability to don and doff Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Other duties as may be assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred.

Licensure/Certification: N/A.

Experience: Must be at least 18 years old. 1 year patient care experience preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements: Frequent sitting and occasional standing and walking. Occasionally lift 10 pounds. Occasional bending, stooping, and reaching.