ED Safety Partner - Weekend Night Shift (Full-Time)

Sentara Health; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a Safety Partner for weekend night shifts (7p–7a) in a 41-bed Level III Trauma ED. You will help maintain a safe environment for patients at risk of suicide, falls and agitation while supporting the ED team and stroke/trauma care pathways.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, and BLS within 90 days. Healthcare experience is preferred; strong communication and de-escalation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equivalent.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Healthcare experience preferred; mental health/behavioral health background is a plus.
• Core competencies include communication, confidentiality, de-escalation, fall prevention, patient safety, restraints, stroke, and suicide.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing a safe hospital environment for patients at risk of suicide, falls, wandering, agitation, impulsiveness, self-harm or other risk behaviors.
• Provide support to patients to maintain or enhance function during the hospital stay.
• Collaborate with ED team to ensure patient safety and appropriate care while in the Emergency Department.

Skills

Communication

De-escalation

Fall prevention

Patient safety

Confidentiality

Restraints

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a Safety Partner for weekend night shifts (7p–7a) in a 41-bed Level III Trauma ED. You will help maintain a safe environment for patients at risk of suicide, falls and agitation while supporting the ED team and stroke/trauma care pathways.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, and BLS within 90 days. Healthcare experience is preferred; strong communication and de-escalation skills are essential.