Emergency Patient Safety Associate (Per Diem)

McLaren; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

McLaren in Pontiac, MI is seeking a per diem nursing assistant to closely observe patients at risk and assist with daily activities under an RN supervision. You will help maintain a safe, clean environment and support patient comfort and safety throughout shifts.

The role requires a nursing assistant program completion, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one year of related experience. You will work in a team, communicate professionally, and document events for RN review.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a nursing assistant program required.
• At least one year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtains verbal report from the patient’s nurse including care needs, diagnosis, barriers, and special considerations.
• Maintains constant visual observation of the patient by positioning at the bedside.
• Obtains instruction from nurse regarding ambulation limitations and redirection.
• May accompany the patient to tests or procedures and remain within arm’s length.
• Promotes patient comfort, safety, and a clean, safe environment.
• Works as part of a team and responds to changing patient/unit needs.
• Communicates professionally with patients, families, and health care staff.
• Records data accurately and notifies RN of untoward events.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nursing Assistant program

Job description

McLaren in Pontiac, MI is seeking a per diem nursing assistant to closely observe patients at risk and assist with daily activities under an RN supervision. You will help maintain a safe, clean environment and support patient comfort and safety throughout shifts.

The role requires a nursing assistant program completion, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one year of related experience. You will work in a team, communicate professionally, and document events for RN review.