Patient Safety Attendant

05 Nov 2024

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Description - ExternalBecome part of a successful healthcare organization working directly at the patient's bedside with a team of caring professionals. This opportunity is perfect for someone to continue his or her career working in a hospital environment. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living. Under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN), the PCT assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the PCT’s skills/training and the needs of the Department, and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment.We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Northwest Medical Center , we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Some of our unique benefits we offer include:Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Programs

Paid Personal Leave

401k (100% annual match – 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)

Identity Theft Protection discounts

Auto, Home, and Life Insurance options

Adoption Assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

If applicable, please refer to the CBA or the local HR office to confirm if this benefit applies to your position.Patient Safety Attendant (PSA) Sitters

Full Time Days, 0.9 FTE

Northwest Medical Center

Margate, FL

Facility Description:Northwest Medical Center is a 289-bed medical center and healthcare complex, continuously expanding and incorporating the latest technology in the delivery of care. Awarded the Gold Seal of Approval™ from the Joint Commission which indicates our high standards in performance providing the highest level of services to the population to our community. Northwest Medical Center is also certified by the Joint Commission as primary stroke center and an accredited chest pain center by the American College of Cardiology. We are recognized as a Comprehensive Bariatric Center of Excellence by the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program.Our facility continues growing to meet the needs of the community we serve and features expanded capabilities in emergency, critical care, as well as women’s and children’s services. Out state of the art maternity care includes the only Level III NICU in northern Broward County. The breadth and depth of these service lines translates to increased professional opportunities for our colleagues. We invite you to join a dynamic team of dedicated healthcare professionals and explore your grow potential.Job Description:The Patient Safety Attendant (PSA) participates in high-quality, patient-centered care by providing continuous observation and monitoring for high risk patients. In collaboration with the patient care team, the PSA ensures the patient environment is free of obstacles and minimizes risk of falls and accidental or intentional self-harm. The Sitter may also assist with basic activities of daily living.Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:Maintains a direct line of sight with patient at all times, 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.

Establishes a safe, risk-free patient environment by utilizing knowledge of fall prevention protocols, infection control measures, and self-harm prevention. Performs room assessment regularly and after any visitations.

Monitors patient physical and emotional condition. Reports any changes in status promptly while remaining direct line of sight with the patient.

Intervenes as needed to prevent patient from harming self or others. Seeks immediate assistance for escalating incidents.

Restocks non-medicinal patient room supplies as needed.

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and certification.

1 year(s) of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

1 year(s) of experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Ability to read and communicate effectively in English

Basic computer knowledge

Job: Nursing Support Title: Patient Safety Attendant Location: Florida-Margate-Northwest Medical Center - North Broward County Requisition ID: 00456-8337

Full-time
  • ID: #22270046
  • State: Florida Margate 33093 Margate USA
  • City: Margate
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Showed: 2021-11-05
  • Deadline: 2022-01-04
  • Category: Et cetera