Patient Safety Attendant
24045
Position Summary:
Responsible for observing, communicating and interacting with confused, violent, combative or suicidal patients with the intent to prevent injury.
Assist nursing with basic patient care functions.
Notify nursing, via the designated method of communication, so that immediate interventions may be implemented when needed
Responsibilities:
Watches patients at all times, never leaves the patient unattended without proper relief
Identifies behaviors, events, or environmental factors that may predispose a patient to violent/destructive actions or increased agitation, reports signs of escalation to the patient’s nurse
Maintains a safe environment for the patient in their room, removes dangerous items and screens items brought by visitors
Assists with patient ambulation and positioning of patients under nursing oversight
Maintains patient information confidentiality
Effectively solves problems and resolves conflicts
Effectively communicates with patients, families, visitors, team members, physicians, and other hospital personnel
Performs efficiently and effectively under stress
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience working with vulnerable patient populations including psychiatric and dementia populations preferred.
BLS Required.
Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation
MOAB Certification during General Orientation
Safe patient handling to include ambulation and positioning of patients during orientation
Working Conditions:
Must be able to move or traverse with/without accommodation
Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
Must be able to maintain a standing position
Must be able to maintain a sitting position
Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc.
About Kootenai Health
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest.
We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider.
We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No.
1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees.
Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
A tuition assistance program available after 90 days.
If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
Kootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution 457 retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earnings
Competitive salaries with night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program.
Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars and coaching
Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more
Robust and interactive employee bonus program, utilize our mobile ERIN app to alert employees to new positions, make referrals and track your bonuses
And much more
If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!
Apply today! Please reach out to Recruiter or Front Desk with any questions.
Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
Location: Kootenai Health · Nursing - 1 to 1
Schedule: Full Time, Days - 12 Hour Shifts