Night Shift Patient Safety Attendant

Community Health Systems; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Patient Safety Attendant to provide continuous observation and maintain a safe environment for assigned patients under the oversight of an RN. The role emphasizes infection control, patient privacy, and timely reporting of changes in patient condition.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, maintaining visual observation, ensuring confidentiality, following PPE guidelines, and performing delegated duties as directed by the RN, with a requirement for

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role in a healthcare setting.
• BCLS – Basic Life Support completed within 14 days of hire required.
• Ability to maintain continuous patient observation and respond to safety concerns appropriately.
• Strong verbal communication with patients, nurses, and the healthcare team.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality regulations.

Responsibilities

• Observes and monitors assigned patients to ensure safety, following hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved.
• Reports safety hazards or changes in patient condition to the RN immediately.
• Completes delegated duties accurately and in a timely manner as directed by the RN.

Skills

Patient observation

Verbal communication

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Patient Safety Attendant to provide continuous observation and maintain a safe environment for assigned patients under the oversight of an RN. The role emphasizes infection control, patient privacy, and timely reporting of changes in patient condition.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, maintaining visual observation, ensuring confidentiality, following PPE guidelines, and performing delegated duties as directed by the RN, with a requirement for