Patient Safety Aide - Sitters Unit - Per Diem 8 Hours Variable Shift (Union, Non-Exempt)

Keck Medicine of USC; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Medicine of USC Arcadia Hospital is seeking a Safety Aide to provide basic patient assistance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse across medical/surgical, oncology, rehabilitation and transitional care units.

You will assist with activities, meals, documentation, and infection control while upholding patient privacy and dignity. A high school diploma is required; BLS and the MOSBA certification may be obtained within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required; may obtain MOSBA certification within six months of hire.
• Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician course preferred.
• Nursing Assistant/PCT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient assistance and observation under RN or LVN supervision.
• Assist with activities, meals, and basic care needs for assigned patients.
• Document interactions and report changes to nursing staff.
• Promote infection control and safety standards.
• Support teamwork and provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nursing Assistant course

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable to the unit Manager and/or the Director of the department.
• Assist Patients to and from activities.
• Assists with meals and feeding.
• Carry out a plan of activities appropriate to the needs of the patients that includes but not limited to: Group social activities, indoor and outdoor activities, daily walks, spiritual programs, opportunity for involvement in planning and implementation of the activity, exercise activities, one-on-one activities and promotion of unit interaction.
• Demonstrates and promotes compliance to infection control, legal, and safety standards.
• Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
• Document all interaction with patient and/or family.
• Encourage Family participation in activities and document outcomes Is a member of the nursing care team.
• Organizes and prioritizes activities considering patient status and preferences, module activities, and other commitments. Completes all assignments in an organized and punctual manner.
• Performs duties as directed by a Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
• Provides care with sensitivity to the cultural needs of patients and with regard to their rights and privacy. Demonstrates knowledge of the current condition of the patient and recognizes situations needing nursing supervision. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Safety Aide provides direct patient assistance with basic daily activities to a group of assigned patients. The Safety Aide assists the RN in data collection and documents appropriately to hospital standards.

Job Requirements:

Education

Minimum (Required)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred (Not Required)

Completion of Nursing Assistant and/or Patient Care Technician Assistant course preferred

Work Experience

Preferred (Not required)

Nursing Assistant And/or Patient Care Technician Assistant Experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

Minimum (Required)

• BLS certification
• Obtain / possess current Management of Assaultive Behavior certification; may obtain within six months of hire

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $23.00- $24.66. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of an RN or LVN, provides basic assistance and observation to a group of assigned patients in medical/surgical, oncology, rehabilitation, and transitional care nursing units. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.