Job Summary
The Patient Safety Attendant plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of assigned patients through continuous observation, working under the supervision of a registered nurse. This position emphasizes the importance of maintaining a safe and dignified environment within healthcare settings.
Responsibilities
- Ensure ongoing observation of assigned patients to provide a secure environment.
- Maintain the dignity of patients throughout their care.
- Adhere strictly to infection control protocols to prevent the transmission of infections.
- Quickly report any alterations in patient condition to the nursing staff.
Qualifications
- 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare environment.
- Strong communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and staff.
- Must obtain Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification within 14 days of employment.
Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
