Direct-Observation Care Partner (Part-Time)

Penn Medicine; Leaf Park (PA); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine Lancaster General is seeking a part-time Patient Safety Assistant to provide direct observation and safety supervision for patients at risk. You will stay at the bedside, assist with daily living activities, and coordinate with the RN and interdisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include addressing patient needs, following infection control practices, and guiding new staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must complete on-the-job orientation and training as scheduled.
• Ability to speak, understand, read and write English.
• Healthcare provider CPR (can attain certification within 30 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• Provides direct supervision/line of sight to patients with safety concerns.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, hygiene, feeding, etc.).
• Uses resources for patients with special needs such as language barriers, sensory problems, altered cognition, cultural and religious needs.
• Integrates infection control & infection prevention into practice.
• Maintains patient dignity and privacy while attending to psychosocial needs.
• Stays at the patient’s bedside and communicates with the RN and team in a timely manner.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Penn Medicine Lancaster General is seeking a part-time Patient Safety Assistant to provide direct observation and safety supervision for patients at risk. You will stay at the bedside, assist with daily living activities, and coordinate with the RN and interdisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include addressing patient needs, following infection control practices, and guiding new staff.