Patient Safety Attendant

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Durant (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Part-time Patient Safety Attendant to provide continuous observation and ensure a safe environment for assigned patients at our Durant, OK location.

The role supports RN-directed care, upholds infection control practices, and protects patient privacy while remaining present with patients during shifts. The ideal candidate has 0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter, strong communication skills, and the ability to stay calm in high-stress

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor assigned patients to ensure safety and comply with hospital policies.
• Maintain continuous visual observation and stay with the patient unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
• Protect patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and privacy standards.
• Follow infection control precautions, including hand hygiene and PPE use.
• Ensure a clean, safe patient environment and manage bio-hazardous waste according to policy.
• Respect patient privacy and dignity in all interactions and care activities.
• Assist with non-clinical tasks to reduce anxiety, including repositioning and reassuring patients.
• Report safety hazards or changes in patient condition to the RN or designated personnel immediately.
• Follow facility safety policies and service excellence standards.
• Complete delegated duties accurately and promptly as directed by the RN.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Observation

Communication

HIPAA awareness

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary

The Patient Safety Attendant is responsible for providing continuous observation and maintaining a safe environment for assigned patients under the direction of a registered nurse (RN). Plays a critical part in ensuring patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining patient privacy and dignity, and promptly reporting any changes in patient behavior or condition. Communicates effectively with the RN and other healthcare team members to support high-quality patient care.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Follows infection control precautions, including proper hand hygiene and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), in compliance with facility guidelines.
• Ensures patient environment remains clean and safe, handling bio-hazardous waste and chemicals according to facility policies.
• Protects patient privacy, dignity, and respect during all interactions and care activities.
• Assists with non-clinical tasks such as repositioning, reorienting, and engaging patients in appropriate activities to reduce anxiety and restlessness.
• Reports safety hazards, unusual behaviors, or changes in patient condition to the RN or appropriate personnel immediately.
• Follows facility safety policies, procedures, and service excellence standards.
• Completes delegated duties accurately and in a timely manner as directed by the RN.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to maintain continuous patient observation and respond to safety concerns appropriately.
• Strong verbal communication skills to interact with patients, nurses, and the healthcare team.
• Knowledge of hospital safety protocols, infection control, and patient confidentiality regulations (HIPAA).
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress or emergency situations.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize changes in patient behavior or condition.
• Professionalism and compassion in all patient interactions.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support completed within 14 days of hire required

Job Info

• Job Identification 169808
• Job Category Allied Health
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 1800 W University Blvd, Durant, OK, 74701, US