Night Shift Patient Safety Attendant — Continuous Observation

Community Health Systems, Inc.; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Patient Safety Attendant for full-time night shift in Laporte, IN.

The role involves maintaining continuous observation, ensuring patient safety, and communicating effectively with the RN and healthcare team to support high-quality care. The ideal candidate has 0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role, demonstrates attention to detail, and follows infection control and privacy protocols (HIPAA).

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to maintain continuous patient observation and respond to safety concerns appropriately.
• Knowledge of hospital safety protocols, infection control, and patient confidentiality regulations (HIPAA).
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress or emergency situations.

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 by appropriate personnel.
• Complies with patient confidentiality standards and adheres to hospital policies regarding privacy and security.

Skills

Continuous observation

Verbal communication

HIPAA privacy

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Professionalism & compassion

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Patient Safety Attendant for full-time night shift in Laporte, IN.

The role involves maintaining continuous observation, ensuring patient safety, and communicating effectively with the RN and healthcare team to support high-quality care. The ideal candidate has 0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role, demonstrates attention to detail, and follows infection control and privacy protocols (HIPAA).