Patient Safety Associate

mclarenhlth; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care is seeking a patient observer who, under the supervision of an RN, provides close, continuous observation of patients at risk for falls or self-harm and helps maintain a safe, clean environment.

The role assists with activities of daily living as needed, follows nurse instructions for ambulation, and ensures the patient is never left alone unless instructed. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a nursing assistant program preferred.
• One year related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain verbal report from the nurse about care needs and barriers.
• Position self at the bedside to maintain constant observation.
• Assist with activities of daily living as needed.

Skills

Close observation

Patient safety

Communication with nurse

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing assistant program

Job description

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of an RN, provides close, continuous observation of patients who may be at risk for adverse events such as falls, self-injury or harm to others. Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment. Provides assistance with activities of daily living, unless the patient needs are such that adverse health consequences are predictable.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Obtains verbal report from the patient’s nurse to include information regarding the patient’s identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers, as well as any special consideration (NPO, bed alarms, etc.).
• Positions self in patient room at bedside to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the nurse.
• Obtains instruction from nurse regarding ambulation limitations and course of action for redirection of patient if needed.

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Completion of a nursing assistant program.
• One year related experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans