Patient Safety Attendant

Commonwealth Health; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Health is seeking a dedicated individual for a position at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. The candidate will provide one-to-one observation for patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, ensuring patient safety and care.

The role requires strong communication skills and a preferred background in the human services field. Successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate the ability to maintain therapeutic relationships and exercise sound judgment in healthcare settings.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in the human service field; internships are acceptable.
• Ability to organize and prioritize a multifaceted workload.
• Demonstration of clear and concise communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one observation for at-risk patients.
• Assist in maintaining patient safety under a Registered Nurse's supervision.

Skills

Therapeutic relationships

Verbal communication

Written communication

Tact and diplomacy

Education

Ability to read and write in English

Job description

Job Location: Wilkes-Barre General Hospital - Day & Night Shift Available

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, this position will provide one-to-one observation for patients determined to be at risk for potential injury to themselves or others.

Position Qualifications

Education

Ability to read and write and communicate in English.

Experience / Specialized Skills / Aptitudes

One (1) year of experience in the human service field is preferred; internships/field placement experience is acceptable. Ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and family members/significant others; demonstrates verbal and written communication skills and the ability to express ideas in a clear, concise, and, legible form; ability to interface with all disciplines; ability to organize and prioritize multifaceted workload; exercises tact, diplomacy and good judgment at all times.

Licenses / Certificates

Current BLS within a probationary period (90 days); and Patient Monitoring Course must be completed upon hire.