Patient Safety Advocate — Nights (CPR Certified)

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Aberdeen (MD); Sur place; USD 24 000 - 31 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Full-Time Nights

Shift differential

Résumé du poste

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking staff to provide constant observation and support for patients requiring close monitoring. The role ensures safety, comfort, and respectful care, extending courtesy to families and visitors.

Responsibilities include continuous patient observation, reporting care needs, preventing risks, and coordinating with nursing staff. CPR certification and a high school diploma are required, with healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provides continuous observation of assigned patients to maintain safety.
• Obtains verbal report from the nurse about care needs and barriers.
• Maintains a calm, soft tone when communicating with patients.
• Redirects patients from risky or harmful behaviors.
• Summons nursing staff when assistance is needed.
• Monitors and prevents self-harm, falls, elopement, and other risks.
• Requests immediate assistance for changes in patient condition.
• Initiates CPR as needed to ensure patient safety.
• Maintains infection control practices.
• Keeps patient rooms and work areas organized.
• Engages patients in diversional activities as appropriate.
• Demonstrates respectful patient care and teamwork.

Connaissances

Maturity

Judgment

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Formation

High School diploma or GED

CPR certification

Description du poste

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking staff to provide constant observation and support for patients requiring close monitoring. The role ensures safety, comfort, and respectful care, extending courtesy to families and visitors.

Responsibilities include continuous patient observation, reporting care needs, preventing risks, and coordinating with nursing staff. CPR certification and a high school diploma are required, with healthcare experience preferred.