Patient Safety Associate

Banner Health Corporate; Payson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid orientation

Flexible Schedules (select positions)

Fewer Shifts Cancelled

Weekly pay

403(b) Pre-tax retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee wellness program

Discount Entertainment tickets

Restaurant/Shopping discounts

Auto Purchase Plan

Job summary

Banner Staffing Services-AZ invites Registry/Per Diem professionals to support patient care under RN guidance. You will help with daily tasks, monitor safety, and communicate promptly with nurses, ensuring a welcoming and secure environment for patients across varying shifts.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED and will complete orientation with Basic Life Support and infection-control training. Opportunities are flexible with no guaranteed hours within Banner Health facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS and safety/infection control training included in orientation.
• Familiarity with healthcare environment and patient care basics.

Responsibilities

• Follow RN plan to provide patient support services.
• Communicate services and patient status to RN or supervisor.
• Report changes in patient condition or environment to RN.
• Apply de-escalation techniques and provide diversional activities as approved.
• Maintain a safe environment and deliver excellent customer service.
• Support a variety of internal and external customers.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

De-escalation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Primary City/State: Payson, Arizona Department Name: Banner Staffing Services-AZ Work Shift: Varied Job Category: Clinical Care

A rewarding career that fits your life. Banner Staffing Services offers a world of opportunities to make an impact on one of the country’s leading health systems. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Staffing Services. Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions offer flexibility in scheduling and are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.

Benefits as a Banner Health Team Member

• Competitive wages
• Paid orientation
• Flexible Schedules (select positions)
• Fewer Shifts Cancelled
• Weekly pay
• 403(b) Pre-tax retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee wellness program
• Discount Entertainment tickets
• Restaurant/Shopping discounts
• Auto Purchase Plan

Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Registry/Per Diem positions require a minimum of 2 shifts a month commitment. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes; employment, criminal and education) is required.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides oversight to a patient or a group of patients. This position is responsible to communicate with the Registered Nurse (RN) upon arrival, departure and as appropriate throughout the shift. The RN will provide instruction to this position as to the expectations and any pertinent patient information. Will ensure the environment is safe and secure at all times. Is aware of the patient’s code status and pertinent restrictions and report any issues or concerns to the RN.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Follows a plan communicated by the RN when providing support services to patients.
• Communicates the services provided to the patient with the supervisor/Registered Nurse.
• Communicates changes in the patient’s condition, environment or situation to the RN.
• May practice de-escalation techniques and intervene early with approved diversional activities
• This position is accountable to provide observation, diversion, and communication to ensure a safe environment.
• The position is responsible for providing excellent customer service to a variety of internal and external customers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support, mandatory safety, hazardous materials, and infection control in‑services will be included in orientation and required on a periodic basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Banner Health supports a drug‑free work environment.

Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package for all benefit‑eligible positions.